SEMH Learning Support Assistant — Trauma-Informed Tutor

TeacherActive Ltd; Billericay; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Dedicated recruitment consultant

Ongoing and long-term work

CPD courses and professional dev.

£100 Amazon voucher for friend referal

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a dedicated SEMH Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist school in Billericay, Essex. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs, including ADHD and autism, supporting behaviour and emotional regulation.

The role focuses on trauma-informed practice, personalised learning and building trusting relationships to help pupils access education and develop resilience for future transitions.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour.
• Understanding of ADHD, autism, trauma and attachment-related needs.
• Ability to build trusting relationships and establish boundaries with pupils.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH, ADHD, autism 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.
• Assist pupils in achieving EHCP targets and developing social and communication skills.
• Encourage independence, resilience and confidence, aiding transitions into further education or employment.

Skills

SEMH experience

Trauma-informed approaches

Behavior support

Patience under pressure

Job description

TeacherActive is seeking a dedicated SEMH Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist school in Billericay, Essex. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs, including ADHD and autism, supporting behaviour and emotional regulation.

The role focuses on trauma-informed practice, personalised learning and building trusting relationships to help pupils access education and develop resilience for future transitions.