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Join This Dynamic SEMH School in Southend-on-Sea - Experienced SEMH Learning Support Assistant! - Education and training
Location: Southend-on-Sea, Essex
Position: Experienced SEMH Learning Support
Start Date: ASAP
Do you have a natural ability to connect with students who face social, emotional, and mental health challenges?
Are you passionate about making a real difference in young people's lives?
If so, we want YOU to join this incredible SEMH school team in Southend-on-Sea!
Why You'll Love Working Here:
Make a Real Impact: Every day, you'll have the opportunity to transform the lives of students who need extra support, helping them overcome challenges and thrive in both education and life.
A Supportive, Nurturing Environment: You won't be alone on this journey. This school is a close-knit community where staff collaborate and support one another. Together, you'll empower these students to succeed.
As an Experienced SEMH Learning Support Assistant, you will provide essential support to students with SEMH needs, ensuring they are not just in school - they are truly engaging with their education and progressing. You'll work side by side with teachers to create a safe, supportive, and structured learning environment.
What You'll Do:
- Offer tailored, hands-on support to students, helping them overcome emotional and academic barriers.
- Build strong, trusting relationships, encouraging growth in emotional regulation, social skills, and academic development.
- Lead or assist with group interventions, ensuring all students feel heard, supported, and motivated.
- Use de-escalation strategies when needed, remaining calm, patient, and proactive.
- Monitor and track student progress, providing vital feedback and celebrating each student's achievements.
What You Bring to the Table:
You're someone who has a deep understanding of the unique challenges SEMH students face, and you bring a compassionate, patient, and flexible approach to every situation. You're passionate about supporting young people's growth and well-being and have the skills to back it up.
Essential Experience:
- Proven experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs.
- An empathetic, patient, and proactive approach to supporting students.
- Knowledge of behaviour management techniques and the confidence to implement them.
If you're ready to make a significant impact in the lives of students with SEMH needs and join a team that truly values what you do, we want to hear from you!
Please send your CV to Sarah.Oleary@Academicsltd.co.uk or simply click 'Apply Now'
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