SEMH Learning Support Assistant for 11–16 Students

TimePlan Education; Thrapston; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

TimePlan Education are seeking an experienced SEMH Learning Support Assistant to support 11-16 year olds in Thrapston, Northamptonshire. You will provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils engage with learning and manage emotions in a safe environment.

If you have experience with SEMH, challenging behaviour and complex needs, and you are calm, patient, and resilient, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH needs.
• Experience with challenging behaviour and complex needs.
• Experience across learning support roles desirable.
• Strong safeguarding awareness.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Supporting pupils with SEMH and additional needs.
• Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour.
• Building positive and trusting relationships with young people.
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Encouraging engagement and participation in learning.
• Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff.
• Maintaining clear and consistent boundaries.
• Helping create a safe and supportive learning environment.

Skills

SEMH Experience

1:1 Support

Behaviour Management

Pastoral Support

Youth Work Background

Job description

TimePlan Education are seeking an experienced SEMH Learning Support Assistant to support 11-16 year olds in Thrapston, Northamptonshire. You will provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils engage with learning and manage emotions in a safe environment.

If you have experience with SEMH, challenging behaviour and complex needs, and you are calm, patient, and resilient, we want to hear from you.