Trauma (SEMH) Learning Support Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Paignton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant in Torbay to support students with complex needs in a nurturing environment. Responsibilities include assisting with academic and emotional development while fostering strong relationships with students. Previous experience with SEND is highly desirable. This full-time role offers competitive daily pay and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Opportunities for progression

Supportive staff team

Unique curriculum

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND, preferably SEMH.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Genuine passion for helping young people.

Responsibilities

• Support students with academic, emotional, and social development.
• Help maintain a calm and positive environment.
• Build strong relationships with students and staff.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Strong communication skills

Calm and patient nature

Job description

Axcis Education is proud to be partnering with a secondary SEMH provision in Torbay that supports students with complex needs, including SEMH and trauma. This small but dynamic school, home to around 30–40 students, provides a student-centred curriculum and exceptional facilities designed to support holistic learning and wellbeing. Position Details: Role: Learning Support Assistant Start Date: September 2025 Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm Pay: £90–£100 per day (£18,250–£20,256 annually), dependent on experience and qualifications Contract: Likely to become permanent after a successful trial period About the School: The school prides itself on creating a nurturing, trauma-informed environment where every student can thrive. Their engaging curriculum includes: -Food technology with hands-on allotment experiences -Outstanding sports facilities and P.E curriculum. -Pastoral therapy, including art and music therapy What You Will Do: As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a key role in: -Supporting students with their academic, emotional, and social development -Helping maintain a calm, structured, and positive environment -Working alongside teachers and therapists to deliver a trauma-informed approach -Building strong, trusting relationships with students and staff What We’re Looking For: -Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND (SEMH experience is highly desirable)-A calm, patient, and resilient nature, strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team and a genuine passion for helping young people reach their full potential. Why Join This School? -Supportive, dedicated staff team -Incredible facilities and a unique, engaging curriculum -The chance to make a real difference every single day -Opportunities to progress into instructor and/or teaching positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply today. INDDEV

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jacob Chisholm on 01392 949 022 | Ext: 6005.

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This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Jacob Chisholm

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