ASC / SEMH Learning Support Assistant

Connex Education; New Jersey; On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible work

Wide range of schools

Professional development

SEND Toolkit access

Job summary

Connex Education are recruiting ASC / SEMH Learning Support Assistants to work across schools in Gloucester and surrounding areas, offering day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities to fit your availability.

You will support pupils with ASC, SEMH and other SEND needs, with 1:1 or small-group work, helping access the curriculum and promoting inclusive learning.

Qualifications

• Experience as Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant or SEND professional is welcome.
• Able to support pupils with ASC, SEMH and other SEND needs.
• Experience in managing behaviour and supporting inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with ASC, SEMH and additional needs.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group learning support.
• Help pupils access the curriculum and engage with learning.
• Support emotional regulation, behaviour and social development.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Create a safe, calm and inclusive learning environment.
• Follow individual support plans and strategies.
• Work alongside teachers and other staff.
• Encourage independence and positive behaviour.

Skills

ASC

SEMH

1:1 support

Small groups

Job description

ASC / SEMH Learning Support Assistant – Gloucester

Location: Gloucester and surrounding areas
Role: ASC / SEMH Learning Support Assistant
Pay: £95–£110 per day PAYE
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Flexible – Day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities

Are you an experienced Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant or SEND professional looking for flexible work in Gloucester?

Connex Education are recruiting ASC / SEMH Learning Support Assistants to work across a range of schools in Gloucester and the surrounding areas. Whether you are looking for regular day-to-day supply, short-term placements or a longer-term role, we can offer opportunities to suit your availability and experience.

You will have the opportunity to work in a variety of educational settings, supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and other additional needs.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, your role will vary depending on the school and placement. You could be supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis, working within a classroom or providing small-group support or intervention.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils with ASC, SEMH and a range of additional needs
• Providing 1:1 and small-group learning support
• Helping pupils access the curriculum and engage with learning
• Supporting emotional regulation, behaviour and social development
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Helping create a safe, calm and inclusive learning environment
• Following individual support plans and strategies
• Working alongside teachers and other support staff
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive behaviour
• Adapting your approach to meet individual pupils’ needs

Flexible Supply Work

We understand that everyone’s availability is different, which is why Connex offers a range of flexible opportunities.

You can choose from:

• Day-to-day supply – work when you are available
• Short-term placements – support schools for a few days or weeks
• Long-term placements – secure a regular placement within one school
• Full-time or part-time opportunities
• Opportunities across Gloucester and surrounding areas

We work with a wide range of schools, meaning we can look for placements that match your experience, preferred setting and availability.

About You

We are looking for candidates who are patient, reliable, nurturing and adaptable, with a genuine passion for supporting children and young people.

Experience supporting pupils with ASC, SEMH, challenging behaviour, ADHD or other SEND needs is desirable, although relevant transferable experience will also be considered.

We welcome applications from:

• Experienced Teaching Assistants
• Learning Support Assistants
• SEND Teaching Assistants
• Support Workers
• Youth Workers
• Spports Coaches
• Graduates with relevant experience
• Candidates with experience in care, residential or specialist settings

Why Work for Connex Education?

• Competitive daily PAYE rates
• Weekly pay – no umbrella companies
• Flexible work to suit your availability
• Day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities
• Access to a wide range of schools across Gloucester
• Dedicated education consultant
• Free access to our Classroom Toolkit and SEND Toolkit
• Free professional development and refresher training
• Access to funded qualifications, including SEND and Teaching & Learning
• Career progression opportunities through our Care to Classroom programme
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Connex team
• Opportunities to secure permanent positions

Whether you are looking for flexible supply work around your existing commitments or a longer-term placement with a school, Connex Education can help you find the right opportunity.

Connex Education Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.