SEMH Learning Support Assistants

Job Advert: Learning Support Assistants - SEMH Setting (Southampton)

Location: Southampton
Job Type: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We are seeking dedicated and resilient Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join a specialist SEMH school in Southampton.

As an LSA, you will play a vital role in supporting students with SEMH needs, helping them to engage with learning, build confidence, and develop essential life skills. You will work closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students with SEMH needs.
• Assist in the delivery of tailored learning activities, adapting resources to meet individual needs.
• Support students in managing their emotions and behaviour, using de-escalation techniques where necessary.
• Foster positive relationships and encourage engagement with learning.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff to implement individual learning plans.
• Promote social and emotional development through structured interventions and activities.

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, or behavioural challenges (desirable but not essential).
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to supporting students.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A willingness to learn and adapt to different needs and strategies.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

If you are passionate about supporting students with SEMH needs and want to be part of a dedicated and dynamic team, we would love to hear from you!

Apply now to start your rewarding journey in education!

TimePlan Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. TimePlan Education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.

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