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SEMH Learning Support Assistant
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SEMH Learning Support Assistant
Location: North Bristol
Pay Rate: £100 - £130 per day
About The Role
Connex Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic and compassionate SEMH Learning Support Assistants to work at a specialist educational setting in North Bristol.
We have a variety of opportunities available, including flexible day-to-day supply, short-term placements, and long-term roles, making this an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking either flexibility or consistency in their work.
These positions are ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes both academically and personally.
Working closely with teachers, pastoral teams, and wider support staff, you will provide tailored support to pupils who may experience emotional regulation difficulties, behavioural challenges, anxiety, or additional learning needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small group interventions
- Encourage positive behaviour and help students develop effective emotional regulation skills
- Assist in implementing individual learning and support plans
- Build strong, professional relationships that promote trust and engagement
- Help create a structured, safe, and inclusive learning environment
- Work closely with teaching staff and wider support teams to meet individual pupil needs
- Support pupils during lessons, social times, and transitions throughout the school day
- Record observations and contribute to monitoring pupil progress and wellbeing
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What We're Looking For
- Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, behavioural, or pastoral needs is desirable
- A patient, resilient, and nurturing approach
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Confidence managing challenging situations in a calm and professional manner
- A genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable young people
- Qualifications in education, psychology, childcare, youth work, or a related field are beneficial but not essential
Why Join Connex Education?
- Competitive daily pay rates
- Weekly PAYE pay - no umbrella companies
- Free access to our SEND Toolkit for professional development
- Funded qualifications including Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching & Learning, Level 4 HTLA, and Level 5 TEFL
- Career progression opportunities through our Care to Classroom conversion course
- A supportive and welcoming staff team with a specialist SEND Consultant
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If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a lasting difference to young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact the team on 0117 486 5001 or email to find out more.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. All candidates are assessed on merit alone. Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.
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