SEMH Learning Support Assistant | Flexible Hours & Impact

Tradewind Recruitment; Folkestone and Hythe District; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Weekly pay

CPD access through National College

Long-term placements with potential to

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking Learning Support Assistants to support pupils with SEMH in Shepway and surrounding areas. Immediate start, full-time or part-time opportunities, with weekly pay and CPD access.

You will work with pupils who have SEMH needs, ASC, ADHD, and related challenges, providing one-to-one or small group support, and helping them stay engaged in lessons with positive strategies. DBS check required and cost reimbursed after 20 days of work.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs is desirable.
• Ability to build trust, encourage confidence and help students re-engage with education.
• Caring, resilient attitude and willingness to work with diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Support a young person to stay engaged during lessons.
• Use positive behaviour strategies to help pupils manage emotions.
• Encourage confidence, independence and self‑esteem; work one-to-one or in small groups.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging learning activities and act as a positive role model.

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking Learning Support Assistants to support pupils with SEMH in Shepway and surrounding areas. Immediate start, full-time or part-time opportunities, with weekly pay and CPD access.

You will work with pupils who have SEMH needs, ASC, ADHD, and related challenges, providing one-to-one or small group support, and helping them stay engaged in lessons with positive strategies. DBS check required and cost reimbursed after 20 days of work.