SEMH Learning Support Assistant: 1:1 & Small-Group Support

Milk Education; North East; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD

Milk Academy training

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a confident SEMH Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist education setting in Guisborough. The role involves working with pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs, providing 1:1 and small-group support, and helping learners access the curriculum.

You will help pupils manage emotions, build trusting relationships, and implement positive behaviour strategies. A relevant qualification is desirable, though strong practical experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, challenging behaviour or additional learning needs.
• Strong practical experience working with children or young people is highly valuable.
• Desirable, but not essential: relevant qualification paired with practical experience.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 and small-group support for pupils.
• Help pupils manage emotions and regulate behaviour.
• Build consistent, trusting relationships with learners.
• Support pupils to access learning and participate in activities.
• Apply positive behaviour strategies to maintain a supportive environment.

Skills

SEMH experience

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Supporting learning access

Education

Relevant qualification desirable

Job description

Milk Education is seeking a confident SEMH Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist education setting in Guisborough. The role involves working with pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs, providing 1:1 and small-group support, and helping learners access the curriculum.

You will help pupils manage emotions, build trusting relationships, and implement positive behaviour strategies. A relevant qualification is desirable, though strong practical experience is highly valued.