SEMH Learning Support Assistant

Posted 18 June 2025
Salary £100 - £120 per day
LocationLewisham
Job type Temporary
Discipline Secondary Education
Reference564564_1750261119

Job description

SEMH Learning Support Assistant - Lewisham, South East London

Pay Rate: £95 - £115 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday | 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Contract Type: Full-time | Long-Term | Temp-to-Perm
Agency: Remedy Education

Are you passionate about supporting young people facing social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges?
Are you looking for a meaningful role where you can help students re-engage with learning and thrive in a nurturing environment?

Remedy Education is seeking a dedicated SEMH Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist secondary provision in Lewisham. This setting supports students aged 11-16 who have been excluded from, or are struggling in, mainstream education. Many of the pupils present with challenging behaviour, trauma backgrounds, and additional learning or mental health needs.

Role Overview:

As an SEMH LSA, you'll work closely with students on a 1:1 and small group basis, supporting both academic engagement and emotional well-being. Your ability to stay calm under pressure, build trust, and promote positive behaviour will be key to success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide individualised support to students with SEMH needs, including behaviour regulation and engagement strategies

  • Assist with lesson delivery alongside teachers in a supportive and consistent manner

  • Build strong, professional relationships with pupils to help restore confidence in learning

  • Support the implementation of personalised learning and behaviour plans

  • Promote emotional resilience, social development, and appropriate behaviour through daily routines

  • Record and report behaviour, progress, and safeguarding concerns

Person Specification:

  • Experience working in an SEMH, PRU, or alternative provision setting is desirable

  • Strong behaviour management and emotional regulation skills

  • Empathetic, patient, and able to de-escalate challenging situations calmly

  • A good understanding of trauma-informed practice and safeguarding principles

  • An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willing to apply)

  • Right to work in the UK

What We Offer:

  • Daily rate of £95 - £115, depending on experience

  • A long-term role with opportunity for permanent placement

  • Supportive leadership and professional development opportunities

  • A rewarding chance to make a direct impact on young lives

Apply Today

If you're ready to take on a rewarding and impactful role, we want to hear from you.
Submit your CV today or contact the SEN Team at Remedy Education to discuss this opportunity further.

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