SEMH Learning Support Assistant

REESON Education; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

REESON Education is recruiting a compassionate SEMH Learning Support Assistant for a school in Preston. This full-time, term-time role supports students with social, emotional, and mental health needs in both classroom and one-to-one settings, helping them access learning and develop key skills.

You will work closely with teachers to deliver tailored plans, monitor progress, and provide steady emotional support, contributing to a safe, nurturing school environment with early start available.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs is highly desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Calm, patient and empathetic approach to student support.
• Must have access to a vehicle to travel between sites if required.

Responsibilities

• Support SEMH students in classroom and one-to-one settings.
• Assist teaching staff with tailored learning plans and strategies.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teachers.
• Support students' social, emotional and behavioural development.

Skills

Experience with SEMH students

Strong communication skills

Calm, patient, empathetic

Driving licence / access to vehicle

Job description

SEMH Learning Support Assistant

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and committed SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Learning Support Assistant to join a supportive school in Preston. This full-time, term-time position involves supporting students who need additional emotional and educational guidance to thrive in their learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH needs in both classroom and one-to-one settings
• Assist teachers in delivering tailored learning plans and strategies
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Build positive relationships and offer consistent emotional support
• Support students' social, emotional, and behavioural development

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs (highly desirable)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• Must be a confident driver with access to a vehicle (essential)
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and child welfare

Benefits

• Full-time, term-time position
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives
• Supportive and welcoming school environment
• Immediate start available

If you are passionate about supporting students with SEMH needs and want to make a real difference in a Preston school.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.