SEMH Learning Support Assistant

Supply Desk; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Desk is partnering with several supportive, inclusive secondary schools in High Wycombe to recruit calm, committed SEMH Learning Support Assistants. You will support students with SEMH needs, helping them stay in learning and build the confidence to succeed.

This full-time, long-term role in High Wycombe (HP12) starts ASAP. You will assist in lessons and around the school day, support emotional regulation and behaviour, and work in a structured, caring environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people, ideally in schools or SEMH settings.
• Ability to manage behaviours and support emotional regulation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork in a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH needs 1:1 and in small groups.
• Assist teachers to adapt lessons so all students can access learning.
• Guide students through emotional regulation and behaviour.
• Build trusting relationships to keep students engaged.
• PutBehaviour strategies and individual support plans into practice.
• Help students manage transitions between lessons and activities; track progress and feedback to staff.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams.

Skills

Experience with young people

Calm, patient and resilient

Strong communication

Teamwork

Flexible attitude

Behaviour management strategies

Job description

SEMH Learning Support Assistant – High Wycombe (HP12)

Full-Time | Long-Term | Secondary Schools

£90 – £110 per day | Start ASAP

Some young people just need one steady adult in their corner. Could that be you?

Supply Desk is working with several supportive, inclusive secondary schools across High Wycombe to find calm, committed SEMH Learning Support Assistants. You will support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them stay in learning and build the confidence to succeed.

This is a great fit for resilient, patient and proactive people who enjoy helping teenagers overcome barriers and move forward.

About the Role

You will work with students in lessons and around the school day, helping them manage their emotions, engage with their work and develop positive behaviour within a structured, caring environment.

Your Day-to-Day

• Supporting students with SEMH needs 1:1 and in small groups
• Helping teachers adapt lessons so every student can access learning
• Guiding students through emotional regulation and behaviour
• Building trusting relationships that keep students engaged
• Putting behaviour strategies and individual support plans into practice
• Helping students manage transitions between lessons and activitiesTracking progress and feeding back to teaching staff
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams

What You’ll Bring

• Experience working with young people, ideally in a school or SEMH setting
• A good grasp of behaviour management strategies
• A calm, patient and resilient manner
• The ability to build rapport with secondary-aged students
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A flexible, adaptable attitude

Bonus Points For

• Experience supporting SEMH, trauma or behavioural needs
• A background in youth work, care or mentoring
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection
• Team Teach or behaviour management training
• Secondary school experience

Why Work With Us?

• See the real difference you make in young people’s lives
• Supportive, inclusive school teams
• Long-term work with stability and room to progress
• Ongoing CPD and training
• Ideal experience if you are heading towards teaching, psychology or youth work

All successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check and meet Safer Recruitment standards