SEMH Learning Support Assistant | Trauma-Informed Mentor

Classroom Support; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Weekly pay through Classroom Support

Permanent position pathway

Ongoing consultant support

Career progression in specialist SEMH

Opportunities across Medway and Kent

Job summary

Classroom Support is partnered with a specialist SEMH school in Chatham to recruit Learning Support Assistants on a temporary basis, with potential permanent contracts after a successful placement.

You will support pupils aged 11-16 with SEMH needs, helping them engage with learning, regulate emotions and build resilience in a calm, supportive environment. Roles include 1:1 and small-group support, working with teachers and pastoral teams to create a safe learning space.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs.
• Managing challenging behaviour using positive behaviour strategies.
• Building relationships with vulnerable young people in education or care settings.
• Mentoring or supporting vulnerable children and young people within education or care settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support throughout the school day.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who have experienced trauma.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.
• Work closely with teachers and pastoral teams to create a safe learning environment.
• Act as a positive role model and consistent adult for vulnerable students.
• Encourage resilience, independence and personal development.

Skills

SEMH support

Behaviour management

Trauma-informed

Mentoring

Job description

Classroom Support is partnered with a specialist SEMH school in Chatham to recruit Learning Support Assistants on a temporary basis, with potential permanent contracts after a successful placement.

You will support pupils aged 11-16 with SEMH needs, helping them engage with learning, regulate emotions and build resilience in a calm, supportive environment. Roles include 1:1 and small-group support, working with teachers and pastoral teams to create a safe learning space.