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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 Optimsm, 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.
Information about the School
Spring Meadow Primary School and Nursery is a successful and oversubscribed community school located in the heart of the seaside town of Harwich and we are part of the LIFE Education Trust. Our purpose is 'to build great learning communities where children flourish' and at LIFE Education Trust we work collaboratively to ensure that everything we do can positively impact the lives of our pupils and employees.
To accomplish our purpose, we use our 3 core beliefs: 'Courageous Optimism', 'Boundless Creativity' and 'Heartfelt Compassion'. We believe in helping colleagues and pupils achieve their personal best and we strive to recruit first class talent for our Trust.
We are looking for individuals who share our passion for providing excellent learning environments, making our schools the best they can be and having a positive impact in the community. You will be joining an organisation that can offer you many opportunities to progress and make a real difference.