SEMH Learning Support Assistant – Calm, Resilient Tutor

TeacherActive Limited.; Ramsden Heath; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

CPD courses

Competitive rates

Amazon voucher referral scheme

PAYE payment

Career progression

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a SEND Learning Support Assistant to support SEMH pupils at a specialist school in Billericay, Essex. You will work 1:1 and in small groups with emotional and social targets under teacher and pastoral staff guidance.

Ideal candidates have experience with SEMH, ADHD, autism or challenging behaviour, and can build trusting relationships with vulnerable learners. This role offers CPD, competitive rates and potential long-term placements.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH and EHCP targets.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Calm, patient and resilient in challenging situations.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with young people.
• Understanding of trauma-informed approaches.
• Ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to SEMH pupils.
• Support academic, emotional and social development.
• Assist with delivering differentiated lessons and EHCP targets.
• Promote emotional regulation and positive behaviours.
• Maintain a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and contribute to pupil wellbeing.

Skills

SEMH

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

TeacherActive is recruiting a SEND Learning Support Assistant to support SEMH pupils at a specialist school in Billericay, Essex. You will work 1:1 and in small groups with emotional and social targets under teacher and pastoral staff guidance.

Ideal candidates have experience with SEMH, ADHD, autism or challenging behaviour, and can build trusting relationships with vulnerable learners. This role offers CPD, competitive rates and potential long-term placements.