SEMH Learning Support Assistant

AMA Admin; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education are recruiting for a dedicated, compassionate SEMH Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEMH school in Teesside, supporting children and young people aged 2-19.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups using trauma-informed approaches to support behaviour, emotions and engagement, alongside a supportive multi-disciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEMH or challenging behaviour in school or care setting.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Knowledge of behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Genuine passion for supporting pupils with SEMH needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs across a range of ages.
• Support pupils to regulate emotions and manage behaviour using trauma-informed and restorative approaches.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging, differentiated lessons.
• Help create a calm, safe and structured learning environment.
• Implement behaviour support plans, risk assessments and individual education plans.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils to support engagement and progress.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, parents/carers and external professionals.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

SEMH Learning Support Assistant

Milk Education are recruiting for a dedicated, compassionate and resilient SEMH Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEMH school in Teesside, supporting children and young people aged 2-19. This role is suitable for experienced support staff or individuals looking to develop their career within SEMH and alternative provision.

You will be joining a highly supportive and inclusive school that places relationships, emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour at the centre of its approach. The school provides a structured, nurturing environment and uses tailored strategies to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity to positively impact the lives of pupils and help them re-engage with learning.

Learning Support Assistant Roles & Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs across a range of ages.
• Support pupils to regulate emotions and manage behaviour using trauma-informed and restorative approaches.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging, differentiated lessons.
• Help create a calm, safe and structured learning environment.
• Implement behaviour support plans, risk assessments and individual education plans.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils to support engagement and progress.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, parents/carers and external professionals.

Learning Support Assistant Must-Haves:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or challenging behaviour (school or care setting)
• Experience working with vulnerable adults (not essential)
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• Knowledge of effective behaviour management and de-escalation strategies
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• A genuine passion for supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs

Benefits to YOU: