Learning Support Assistant for SEN & SEMH

Location

Burnham-on-Sea

Pay

£90 – £100 per day

Type

Temporary

Hours

0.8 (4 DPW, Not Tuesday)

Start date

ASAP

Role Summary

Learning Support Assistant to work within a secondary school setting in Taunton, supporting students aged 11‑16. Students may have SEMH, SCLN, EHCP or additional needs.

This role can be challenging at times; students may present behaviours that require patience, consistency and strong behaviour management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and pastoral support to help students overcome barriers to learning.
• Support teachers in the classroom and adapt resources for all students.
• Collaborate with teaching and support staff to share strategies.
• Support the school’s behaviour policy and respond to challenging behaviour.
• Encourage positive choices regarding behaviour, attendance, and social interaction.
• Support communication between school and families to promote engagement.
• Adhere to safeguarding, confidentiality and school policies.
• Assist with monitoring and recording student progress, wellbeing and engagement.
• Promote high expectations and contribute to a positive and inclusive culture.
• Support whole‑school systems such as rewards and behaviour management.
• Encourage students to develop socially, emotionally, and culturally within the wider school environment.
• Be aware of individual student needs and communicate effectively to relevant staff.

Qualifications

Previous experience working with young people with additional needs, either in a school or similar setting, is essential.

A DBS on the update service is required.

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