SEMH Learning Support Assistant — 1:1 & Group Support

TimePlan Education; Enfield; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Timeplan Education is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant for a specialist SEMH school in Enfield. The role involves providing personalised support to 11-18 year olds with SEMH needs, helping them access learning and regulate emotions within a safe environment.

You will work closely with teachers and therapeutic professionals to support literacy, numeracy and broader academic goals while promoting resilience and confidence.

Qualifications

• Patient, resilient and passionate about supporting young people.
• Confident working with pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Able to build strong relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1, small-group and classroom support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Supporting pupils to engage with lessons and complete learning activities.
• Adapting your approach to meet individual pupils' needs and abilities.
• Supporting pupils with literacy, numeracy and academic interventions.
• Helping pupils develop their confidence, independence and resilience.
• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and helping them return to learning following periods of dysregulation.
• Building positive and consistent relationships with pupils.
• Supporting teachers with classroom and behaviour management.
• Using positive behaviour and de-escalation strategies when required.
• Maintaining clear and consistent boundaries and expectations.
• Following pupils' EHCPs, individual support plans and behaviour strategies.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff and therapeutic professionals.
• Promoting a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.
• Following safeguarding procedures at all times.

Job description

Timeplan Education is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant for a specialist SEMH school in Enfield. The role involves providing personalised support to 11-18 year olds with SEMH needs, helping them access learning and regulate emotions within a safe environment.

You will work closely with teachers and therapeutic professionals to support literacy, numeracy and broader academic goals while promoting resilience and confidence.