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southend-on-sea, east of england
£95 - £110 per day
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education
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special needs teaching
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PR-1526045

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Learning Support Assistant - SEMH

Southend-on-Sea

£95 - £110 per day

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our team. Your role will be essential in shaping young minds and supporting students with additional needs to achieve their best.

At Randstad, we work closely with specialist provisions in and around the Southend-on-Sea area. Our strong network means we can offer you exclusive roles that match your skills and goals. We understand each school's unique culture and are committed to helping you find the right fit for your career path.

Join our thriving and inclusive SEMH provision in Southend-on-Sea committed to providing outstanding education and support. We have a dedicated team of educators creating a nurturing, structured, and stimulating environment for academic, personal, and emotional growth.

Responsibilities:

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Supporting pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs on a 1:1 or small group basis
Assist the classroom teacher in managing challenging and complex behaviors safely and effectively
Monitor student progress, adapt learning materials, and provide constructive feedback
Ability to communicate with, de-escalate, and encourage children with complex behavioral profiles
Collaborate with colleagues and specialists to implement effective behavior management and individual education plans (IEPs)
Maintain regular communication with staff regarding student progress and emotional well-being
Contribute to a safe, positive, and supportive wider school community

Requirements:

Proven experience dealing with challenging and complex behavior within an SEMH or alternative provision setting is essential
Relevant experience working with young people with 2 professional/proven references
An enhanced child DBS on the update service (or willingness to get one)
Right to work in the UK - Essential (sponsorship is not available with this role)
Strong knowledge of de-escalation techniques, SEMH support, and trauma-informed practice
Being passionate about inclusive education, teaching, and learning

Why Work with Randstad?

Excellent pay rates, weekly pay, commensurate with your experience
Continuous career progression opportunities
Gaining further experience and career progression opportunities
Earn £300 in shopping vouchers by referring a friend (subject to terms and conditions)

If you meet these requirements and are excited about this opportunity, we'd love to hear from you!

Join Randstad Education and let us help you find the perfect supporting role. We offer excellent rates of pay, training, feedback on all assignments, and dedicated support from a team of professionals.

We have strong relationships with major schools in the area, so apply today and we'll match your skills and qualifications with the right position. Click "Apply Now" and become a part of our team. Together, we can shape the future of our students.

Learning Support Assistant - SEMH

Southend-on-Sea

£95 - £110 per day

Responsibilities:

...

Supporting pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs on a 1:1 or small group basis
Assist the classroom teacher in managing challenging and complex behaviors safely and effectively
Monitor student progress, adapt learning materials, and provide constructive feedback
Ability to communicate with, de-escalate, and encourage children with complex behavioral profiles
Collaborate with colleagues and specialists to implement effective behavior management and individual education plans (IEPs)
Maintain regular communication with staff regarding student progress and emotional well-being
Contribute to a safe, positive, and supportive wider school community

Requirements:

Proven experience dealing with challenging and complex behavior within an SEMH or alternative provision setting is essential
Relevant experience working with young people with 2 professional/proven references
An enhanced child DBS on the update service (or willingness to get one)
Right to work in the UK - Essential (sponsorship is not available with this role)
Strong knowledge of de-escalation techniques, SEMH support, and trauma-informed practice
Being passionate about inclusive education, teaching, and learning

Why Work with Randstad?

Excellent pay rates, weekly pay, commensurate with your experience
Continuous career progression opportunities
Gaining further experience and career progression opportunities
Earn £300 in shopping vouchers by referring a friend (subject to terms and conditions)

If you meet these requirements and are excited about this opportunity, we'd love to hear from you!

experience
Teaching
skills
ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience

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