SEMH Learning Support Assistant

Protocol Education Limited; London Borough of Southwark; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Ongoing training and development

Long-term opportunities

Support from education consultant

Potential permanent roles

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is seeking SEMH Learning Support Assistants to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs in mainstream primary schools in London. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils regulate emotions, build resilience, and engage in learning.

You will collaborate with teachers and care teams to create a nurturing, inclusive environment and contribute to pupil confidence and educational progress.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Calm, patient, and positive under pressure.
• Genuine interest in SEMH needs.
• Ability to build relationships and be a positive role model.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Experience in education, youth work, mentoring, or coaching desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support and support in small groups.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and foster engagement.
• Help pupils manage emotions and develop coping strategies.
• Support inclusion and participation in learning.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams and parents.
• Promote a safe, nurturing learning environment and celebrate achievements.

Skills

Child experience

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Behaviour management

Job description

Do you have the patience, resilience, and compassion to support children who need a little extra help to succeed?

We are currently seeking dedicated SEMH Learning Support Assistants to work within mainstream primary schools, supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is a highly rewarding role where no two days are the same, giving you the opportunity to make a genuine impact on a child's confidence, wellbeing, and educational progress.

About the Role

As an SEMH Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who may experience challenges with emotional regulation, behaviour, anxiety, or engagement in learning.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing tailored support on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Supporting children to manage emotions and develop coping strategies
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in learning
• Helping pupils overcome barriers to education and participationWorking collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and parents
• Promoting a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment
• Celebrating achievements and helping pupils build self-esteem and confidence

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience working with children or young people
• Is calm, patient, and able to remain positive under pressure
• Has a genuine interest in supporting pupils with SEMH needs
• Can build strong relationships and act as a positive role model
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Is confident managing challenging behaviour using a calm and consistent approach
• Has experience in education, youth work, mentoring, sports coaching, care, or similar support roles (desirable but not essential)

What We Offer

• Long-term and permanent opportunities in supportive primary schools
• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant
• Valuable experience within inclusive educational settings
• Opportunities to progress into specialist SEN, pastoral, or behaviour support roles

This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about helping children develop the confidence, emotional resilience, and life skills needed to thrive both in school and beyond.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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