SEMH Learning Support Assistant — Inspire Resilience & Growth

AMA Admin; Reading; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible days and hours

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Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a SEMH Learning Support Assistant in Reading to join a specialist alternative provision supporting learners with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. This role focuses on helping students develop resilience, emotional regulation, and practical life skills, with in-class support, 1:1 and small-group sessions.

You will deliver targeted interventions, contribute to EHCP targets, monitor wellbeing, and act as a positive role model.

Qualifications

• Has experience supporting SEMH learners or alternative provision settings.
• Understands trauma-informed approaches and restorative practice.
• Can manage challenging behaviour calmly and consistently.
• Is passionate about mentoring, life skills, and youth empowerment.
• Has strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Support learners in-class and through 1:1 or small-group sessions
• Deliver interventions focused on resilience, emotional regulation, and personal development
• Encourage positive decision-making and goal-setting
• Contribute to EHCP targets and personalised learning plans
• Monitor wellbeing and engagement, escalating concerns as needed
• Act as a stable, positive role model for students

Skills

SEMH experience

Trauma-informed approach

Behaviour management

Mentoring & life skills

Communication

Job description

Milk Education is seeking a SEMH Learning Support Assistant in Reading to join a specialist alternative provision supporting learners with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. This role focuses on helping students develop resilience, emotional regulation, and practical life skills, with in-class support, 1:1 and small-group sessions.

You will deliver targeted interventions, contribute to EHCP targets, monitor wellbeing, and act as a positive role model.