SEMH Learning Support Assistant - Youth Resilience & Life Skills

AMA Admin; Slough; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Flexible hours

Fast-track compliance

Milk Academy CPD access

Job summary

AMA Admin is seeking an SEMH Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist provision in Slough, supporting learners with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. The role focuses on resilience, life skills and mentoring to help students engage and succeed.

You will provide in-class and small-group support, deliver targeted interventions, monitor wellbeing and contribute to personalised learning plans while working with a dedicated team across England offices.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEMH learners or alternative provision settings.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches and restorative practice.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour calmly and consistently.

Responsibilities

• Support learners in-class and in 1:1 or small-group sessions.
• Deliver interventions focused on resilience and emotional regulation.
• Encourage positive decision-making and goal-setting.
• Contribute to EHCP targets and personalised learning plans.
• Monitor wellbeing and engagement, escalating concerns as needed.
• Act as a stable, positive role model for students.

Skills

SEMH experience

Trauma-informed approach

Behaviour management

Mentoring / life skills

Communication skills

Job description

Location: Slough
Setting: Specialist Alternative Provision (4-19)
Contract: Term time | Full-time preferred

About the Role

We are seeking a SEMH Learning Support Assistant - Youth Resilience & Life Skills to join a specialist alternative provision supporting learners with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.

This role focuses on helping young people develop resilience, emotional regulation, and practical life skills to thrive in school and beyond. You will provide classroom support, deliver targeted interventions, and mentor learners to build confidence, engagement, and positive decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Support learners in-class and through 1:1 or small-group sessions
• Deliver interventions focused on resilience, emotional regulation, and personal development
• Encourage positive decision-making and goal-setting
• Contribute to EHCP targets and personalised learning plans
• Monitor wellbeing and engagement, escalating concerns as needed
• Act as a stable, positive role model for students

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Has experience supporting SEMH learners or alternative provision settings
• Understands trauma-informed approaches and restorative practice
• Can manage challenging behaviour calmly and consistently
• Is passionate about mentoring, life skills, and youth empowerment
• Has strong communication and relationship-building skills

Benefits to YOU:

• - Excellent rates of pay!
• - Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance.
• - Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• - 5-Star rated with over 3000 reviews across Google & Facebook!
• - Exclusive school & trust partnerships.
• - Access to our FREE Perks Portal - exclusive discounts (our version of the Blue Light Card).
• - 1000+ accredited, discounted CPD courses via Milk Academy.
• - FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
• - FREE Educator Wellbeing eBook & access to our wellbeing hub.
• - School Preparation Pack - be ready for your school placements!
• - 24/7 support from your personal consultant.
• - Our *Unbottled* division brings lived-experience speakers into schools.
• - We're located across England & North Wales with 9 offices!
• - Join the UK's only eco-friendly education supply agency!