SEMH Support Assistant: Nurturing Learners in a Special School

Horizons-Academy; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

CPD opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

GP helpline

Eyecare vouchers

Salary sacrifice - car

Cycle to work

Home and electronics

Lifestyle discounts

Health cash plan

Childcare provision

Job summary

Horizons Academy invites compassionate individuals to join our pupil-centred team, delivering personalised support to pupils with SEMH needs, including ASD/ASC and ADHD. Under the guidance of the Assistant Principal and Behaviour Lead, you will help manage behaviour, promote emotional regulation, and build trusting relationships to help pupils thrive.

A relevant childcare qualification (NNEB, NVQ3 or equivalent) is desirable, with experience in SEN highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs is desirable.
• Experience as a support worker, carer or teaching assistant with understanding of specific learning difficulties.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams within the academy.
• Commitment to safeguarding of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour.
• Assist in creating a safe, nurturing environment where every pupil can succeed.
• Promote emotional regulation and positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff under supervision of the Assistant Principal and Behaviour Lead.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Empathy

Education

NNEB or NVQ3 or equivalent childcare qualification

Job description

Horizons Academy invites compassionate individuals to join our pupil-centred team, delivering personalised support to pupils with SEMH needs, including ASD/ASC and ADHD. Under the guidance of the Assistant Principal and Behaviour Lead, you will help manage behaviour, promote emotional regulation, and build trusting relationships to help pupils thrive.

A relevant childcare qualification (NNEB, NVQ3 or equivalent) is desirable, with experience in SEN highly valued.