SEMH Learning Support Assistant - Confidence in School

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

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.