SEMH Learning Support Assistant, RIBBONS AND REEVES

Guardian Jobs; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Supportive SEND & pastoral team

Collaboration with SEN professionals

Job summary

Guardian Jobs in Dagenham is seeking a SEMH Learning Support Assistant to support a secondary student with SEMH needs. You will provide 1:1 support to help the pupil access learning and regulate emotions.

With Team Teach training and experience, you will work alongside teachers, the SENCO, and pastoral staff to implement behaviour strategies and build positive relationships throughout the school day. This is a full-time, term-time only position.

Qualifications

• Holds a valid Team Teach qualification (essential).
• Experience supporting children/young people with SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Calm, resilient and confident in managing challenging behaviour.
• Able to build positive relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Excellent communication skills and a nurturing approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a student with SEMH needs.
• Help the student access learning and regulate emotions.
• Support positive relationships throughout the school day.
• Collaborate with teachers, the SENCO and pastoral staff to implement behaviour strategies.

Skills

Team Teach qualification

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Job description

SEMH Learning Support Assistant | Dagenham | September 2026

Are you passionate about supporting young people's wellbeing? Do you have Team Teach training and experience supporting students with social, emotional and mental health needs? If so, we are looking for a dedicated SEMH Learning Support Assistant to join a supportive secondary school in Dagenham.

As a SEMH Learning Support Assistant, you will provide 1:1 support for a student with SEMH needs, helping them to access learning, regulate their emotions, and develop positive relationships throughout the school day.

Why choose this SEMH Learning Support Assistant role?

• Earn £95-£110 per day


• Full-time, term-time only position


• Work closely with one student and make a genuine difference


• Join a supportive SEND and pastoral team


• Work alongside qualified SEN professionals, Specialist Teachers, and Educational Psychologists


• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Looking for a SEMH Learning Support Assistant who...

• Holds a valid Team Teach qualification (essential)


• Has previous experience supporting children or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs


• Is calm, resilient, and confident in managing challenging behaviour


• Can build positive relationships while maintaining professional boundaries


• Has excellent communication skills and a nurturing approach

This SEMH Learning Support Assistant role is a fantastic opportunity to support a secondary-aged student who requires consistency, encouragement, and structured support to succeed both academically and emotionally. As a SEMH Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, the SENCO, and pastoral staff to implement behaviour support strategies and promote positive engagement in learning, using your Team Teach training where appropriate.

If you are an experienced SEMH Learning Support Assistant with Team Teach training looking for a rewarding role in a welcoming secondary school, we would love to hear from you.

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