SEMH Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Billericay, Essex

TeacherActive Limited.; Billericay; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

CPD courses & professional development

Long-term opportunities

Refer a friend £100 voucher

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting for a SEMH Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a specialist school in Billericay, Essex, starting after October half-term 2026. The role focuses on boys aged 10–16 with SEMH needs, including ADHD, autism, and trauma-related needs.

It combines education with therapeutic support in a trauma-informed setting. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting vulnerable pupils, maintain calm under pressure, and work within a multidisciplinary team to promote

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEMH and challenging behaviour.
• Calm, patient, resilient in challenging situations.
• Knowledge of ADHD, autism, trauma and attachment needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH, ADHD and additional needs.
• Support pupils displaying challenging behaviour and emotional dysregulation.
• Use positive behaviour management and trauma-informed approaches to create a safe learning environment.
• Build trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced trauma or disrupted education.
• Support teachers with differentiated lessons and personalised learning activities.
• Help pupils achieve EHCP targets and develop social, emotional and communication skills.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Trauma-informed

Job description

SEMH Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Billericay, Essex

Location: Billericay, Essex
Start Date: After October Half Term – November 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Monday to Friday
Salary: Competitive Daily Rate
Agency: TeacherActive

Are you passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour?

TeacherActive is currently recruiting for a dedicated, resilient and enthusiastic SEMH Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a specialist school in Billericay, Essex, starting after October half-term.

The school provides a highly supportive and therapeutic learning environment for boys aged 10–16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, including pupils with ADHD, autism, attachment difficulties and trauma-related needs.

This specialist setting combines education with therapeutic support, focusing on helping young people overcome barriers to learning, develop emotional regulation skills and build positive relationships.

With a strong emphasis on trauma-informed practice, positive behaviour management and personalised learning, this is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting vulnerable young people.

The Role

As an SEMH Learning Support Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH, ADHD, autism and additional needs.
• Supporting pupils who display challenging behaviour, emotional dysregulation and difficulties engaging with education.
• Using positive behaviour management, de-escalation and trauma-informed approaches to create a safe learning environment.
• Building trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced trauma, attachment difficulties or disrupted education.
• Supporting teachers with differentiated lessons and personalised learning activities.
• Helping pupils achieve their EHCP targets and develop social, emotional and communication skills.
• Encouraging positive choices, independence, resilience and confidence.
• Supporting young people with their transition into further education, training or employment.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour.
• Is confident, resilient, patient and able to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Has an understanding of ADHD, autism, trauma and attachment-related needs.
• Can establish clear boundaries while building positive relationships with pupils.
• Is passionate about becoming a positive role model for young people.
• Works effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Is available to start after October half-term.
• Experience within SEMH schools, alternative provisions, PRUs, youth work, residential care or behaviour support would be highly beneficial.
• Candidates with experience in sports coaching, mentoring or supporting young people with challenging behaviour are also encouraged to apply.

Why Work with TeacherActive?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• A dedicated recruitment consultant supporting you throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for ongoing and long-term work.
• Access to CPD courses and professional development.
• A £100 Amazon voucher when you refer a friend who successfully completes 10 days of work (terms apply).
• The opportunity to develop valuable experience within specialist SEMH education.

All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.