SEMH Learning Support Assistant: Help Pupils Thrive

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; North Tawton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay every Friday

Free CPD in SEMH and safeguarding

Pension scheme with employer cons.

£50 referral bonus

MyTP Work App

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Barnstaple, North Devon is seeking an SEMH Learning Support Assistant to provide 1:1 and group support for pupils with emotional and behavioural needs. The role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30 am–3:30 pm, during term time with ASAP start.

We offer 1:1 support in SEMH settings, CPD in SEMH, a dedicated consultant, and a competitive pay rate of £95–£105 per day. Join a caring team dedicated to pupil wellbeing and development.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEMH or emotional needs.
• Experience in behaviour support or pastoral care is desirable.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to SEMH pupils.
• Support emotional regulation, behaviour management and social development.
• Implement behaviour support plans and EHCP targets.
• Help pupils access learning by reducing barriers related to anxiety or trauma.
• Promote resilience, relationships and self-esteem.
• Support pupils during transitions and unstructured times.
• Collaborate with class teacher, SENCo and pastoral teams.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Emotional regulation support

Strong communication

Patience and resilience

Job description

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Barnstaple, North Devon is seeking an SEMH Learning Support Assistant to provide 1:1 and group support for pupils with emotional and behavioural needs. The role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30 am–3:30 pm, during term time with ASAP start.

We offer 1:1 support in SEMH settings, CPD in SEMH, a dedicated consultant, and a competitive pay rate of £95–£105 per day. Join a caring team dedicated to pupil wellbeing and development.