SEMH Learning Support Assistants

 Job Title:         SEMH Learning Support Assistant

Location:        The Harbour, based at Spring Meadow Primary School

Hours:             8.50am to 3.20pm, Term Time Only (part-time may be considered)

The Harbour is an SEMH provision supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.  Our aim is to create a nurturing, structured and inclusive learning environment where every young person feels safe, supported and able to achieve their full potential.

 Our provision provides a highly supportive setting with a strong pastoral approach and a dedicated team committed to improving outcomes for children who may have experienced barriers to learning in mainstream education.

 The Harbour, based on the Spring Meadow Primary School site, is part of LIFE Education Trust, a family of schools who work together and have the same mission, to build great learning communities founded on our values of Courageous Optimism, Boundless Creativity and Heartfelt Compassion.

 We are seeking dedicated and compassionate SEMH Learning Support Assistants to join our team.  The successful candidates will support children with SEMH needs, helping them to access learning and thrive in our nurturing environment.

 Key Responsibilities

 Provide support to pupils with SEMH needs

• Assist in delivering personalised learning plans
• Help create a safe, structured, and positive learning environment
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and external agencies
• Promote pupils’ emotional wellbeing and inclusion across the school day
• Deliver out-reach supported by colleagues

Essential Experience

Supporting children with SEMH
Working with pupils with additional needs
A strong understanding of trauma informed relational approaches

Desirable

Experience working within an SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) provision
Knowledge or experience of SEND paperwork and documentation

Personal Qualities

• Resilient, calm and patient
• Empathetic with a passion for supporting young people
• A team player with excellent communication skills
• Committed to safeguarding and inclusion
• Ability to start each day with a fresh positive attitude

What We Offer

• Opportunities for professional learning and specialist SEMH training

•          A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to young people’s lives

•          A supportive leadership team and a positive working culture

•          Competitive salary and benefits package

 Safeguarding

Spring Meadow Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and pre-employment checks.

We warmly welcome prospective applicants to visit us for an informal look around. It’s a great opportunity to meet the team, see our setting in action, and get a real feel for what it’s like to work here.

Please complete all sections of the application form.  Incomplete application forms will not be considered.