SEMH Learning Support

Learning Support Assistant - SEMH
Pay: £13.75 per hour
Location: Portsmouth
Start Date: ASAP

Teaching Personnel are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to work with our SEMH (Social Emotional Mental Health) schools in Portsmouth.

Most pupils in attendance have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and present with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and/or Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. As a Learning Support Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting these pupils both in and out of the classroom, helping them to access the curriculum, develop life skills, and build confidence.

Details:

• Full time role, Monday to Friday during term time.
• Temporary position with the opportunity to transition to a school contract. 

• Supportive team environment with ongoing professional development.

• Excellent opportunity for individuals with experience in SEN, care or education. 

Requirements:

• Experience supporting children or young people with ASC/SEMH is highly desirable

• Strong behaviour management skills

• A Child workforce DBS on the update service is preferred, or a willingness to apply for one

• Calm, patient and empathetic approach while displaying resilience

• Team player with a genuine passion for supporting learners with additional needs

• Commitment to maintaining safeguarding protocols at all times. 

Whether you’re an experienced LSA or behaviour mentor, have a background within a care setting, or are simply looking to begin a rewarding new chapter in SEND education, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply today to be considered. 

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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