SEMH Support Assistant - School-Based Outreach

The Basildon Lower Academy; Vange; On-site; GBP 24,316 - 30,681; Full time

Job summary

The Basildon Lower Academy is recruiting a motivated SEMH Support Assistant on a 1-year fixed-term contract to help all students achieve their potential. The role sits within the in-house Enhanced Provisions to support SEMH needs and transitions from KS2 to KS3, offering a therapeutic environment and targeted social, emotional and academic support.

The ideal candidate will bring numeracy and literacy skills, ICT proficiency, independence, patience and strong interpersonal abilities to a

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEMH or vulnerable learners.
• Ability to contribute to a nurturing, therapeutic environment.
• Commitment to inclusive practice and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Support learners’ reintegration and transition back to referring settings.
• Deliver outreach support to referring schools within the South Quadrant.
• Work as part of a professional team to support social, emotional and academic progress of vulnerable learners.
• Contribute to a safe learning environment and consistent relationships.

Skills

Numeracy skills

Literacy skills

ICT proficiency

Independent working

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Wellbeing management

Job description

The Basildon Lower Academy is recruiting a motivated SEMH Support Assistant on a 1-year fixed-term contract to help all students achieve their potential. The role sits within the in-house Enhanced Provisions to support SEMH needs and transitions from KS2 to KS3, offering a therapeutic environment and targeted social, emotional and academic support.

The ideal candidate will bring numeracy and literacy skills, ICT proficiency, independence, patience and strong interpersonal abilities to a