SEMH Support Assistant - Empower Young Learners (Morpeth)

AMA Admin; Morpeth; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Fast-track compliance

Culture-matched placements

Partnership network

CPD courses before placement

Job summary

Milk Education are recruiting a SEMH Support Assistant to work with young people with adverse childhood experiences, guiding them on their journey within their schooling environment. The school predominantly caters for children aged 5-16 with social, emotional and mental health needs.

This role requires resilience, patience and empathy for those with trauma responses. You will have strong support from staff and leadership.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in a school, alternative provision or youth work setting is desirable but not essential.
• Solid numeracy and literacy skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
• Calm, resilient and empathetic approach in challenging situations.
• Ability to work proactively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 and small group support for pupils aged 5-16 with SEMH needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships to encourage engagement and resilience.
• Support students to regulate emotions and use positive behaviour strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers and pastoral staff to deliver personalised learning activities.
• Promote a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment where every student can succeed.

Skills

School experience

Numeracy skills

Literacy skills

Calm and empathetic

Team player

Resilience

Education

Enhanced DBS (update service)

Job description

Milk Education are recruiting a SEMH Support Assistant to work with young people with adverse childhood experiences, guiding them on their journey within their schooling environment. The school predominantly caters for children aged 5-16 with social, emotional and mental health needs.

This role requires resilience, patience and empathy for those with trauma responses. You will have strong support from staff and leadership.