SEN/SEMH Learning Support Assistant — 1:1 & Group Support

Create Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Create Education is seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to support pupils with SEN and SEMH at a Hackney school. You will provide 1:1 and small‑group support, adapt strategies to individual needs, and help pupils build confidence, independence and social skills.

The role requires calm, patient resilience, strong communication, safeguarding awareness and close collaboration with teachers, SENCOs and support staff to implement tailored support plans.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN and SEMH.
• Ability to provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach to support.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to contribute to safeguarding and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN and SEMH needs.
• Support pupils academically and pastorally, adapting to individual needs.
• Build positive relationships and encourage engagement in learning.
• Support emotional regulation, behaviour and social development.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and support staff on strategies.
• Help create a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Encourage independence and confidence in pupils.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

SEN/SEMH experience

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Emotional regulation

Calm, patient, resilient

Education

Relevant education/training

Tools

Makaton

PECS

Job description

Create Education is seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to support pupils with SEN and SEMH at a Hackney school. You will provide 1:1 and small‑group support, adapt strategies to individual needs, and help pupils build confidence, independence and social skills.

The role requires calm, patient resilience, strong communication, safeguarding awareness and close collaboration with teachers, SENCOs and support staff to implement tailored support plans.