SEMH Learning Support Assistant - Empathy-Driven Support

GSL Education - Leicester; Hartlebury; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist educational provider in Kidderminster is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to work with students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The role involves providing 1:1 support, managing challenging behaviour, and promoting a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates should have a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification and preferably experience with SEN. This temporary position has the potential to become permanent based on performance. Empathy and resilience are essential traits for success in this role.

Benefits

£100 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Experience working with challenging behaviour in an educational support setting.
• Enhanced DBS Child and Adult Check on update service.
• Legally compliant references required by GSL Education.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 behaviour support to pupils with challenging behaviour.
• Act as a positive role model and provide nurture support.
• De-escalate heightened and volatile situations.

Skills

Empathy

Behaviour management

Resilience

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Teaching Assistant – Level 2 Qualification or similar

Job description

A specialist educational provider in Kidderminster is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to work with students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The role involves providing 1:1 support, managing challenging behaviour, and promoting a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates should have a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification and preferably experience with SEN. This temporary position has the potential to become permanent based on performance. Empathy and resilience are essential traits for success in this role.