SEMH Learning Support Assistant - Southend-on-Sea

TeacherActive Limited.; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Amazon referral scheme

Competitive daily pay

Ongoing training & development

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a specialist SEMH school in Southend-on-Sea, Essex. The role focuses on supporting pupils with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour and additional learning difficulties, through 1:1 and small-group support.

You will help pupils develop confidence, emotional regulation and social skills while assisting teachers with differentiated activities and positive behaviour strategies.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour or SEND would be advantageous.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service, or willingness to obtain one would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs and additional learning difficulties.
• Support pupils who display challenging behaviour, emotional dysregulation and difficulties engaging with education.
• Implement positive behaviour management strategies and appropriate de-escalation techniques.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced trauma or disrupted education.
• Support teaching staff in delivering engaging and differentiated learning activities.
• Encourage pupils to develop social skills, resilience, confidence and emotional independence.
• Help pupils manage their emotions and develop positive coping strategies.
• Support pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams to promote positive outcomes.
• Maintain a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment.

Job description

TeacherActive is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a specialist SEMH school in Southend-on-Sea, Essex. The role focuses on supporting pupils with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour and additional learning difficulties, through 1:1 and small-group support.

You will help pupils develop confidence, emotional regulation and social skills while assisting teachers with differentiated activities and positive behaviour strategies.