SEMH Learning Support Assistant

Job Title: SEMH Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Salary/Rate: £95 (flat rate)

Location: Chelmsford, Essex

Start Date: Immediate / Upcoming Term

Are you a patient, resilient Learning Support Assistant looking to make a meaningful difference supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

Randstad Education is currently recruiting a dedicated SEMH LSA for a specialist educational setting in Chelmsford. This role involves providing 1:1 and small-group academic, emotional, and behavioural support to pupils who require tailored guidance to access the curriculum and thrive in their daily school environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 and targeted small-group support to pupils with SEMH, complex emotional needs, and challenging behaviours.

• Implement de-escalation techniques and trauma-informed strategies to help students regulate their emotions and remain engaged in learning.

• Work collaboratively with class teachers, SENCOs, and therapeutic support staff to meet objectives outlined in pupils' Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

• Build strong, trusting, and empathetic mentor relationships while maintaining clear boundaries and expectations.

Candidate Requirements:

• Previous experience supporting young people with SEMH, social care needs, or complex behavioural difficulties (in schools, youth work, or residential care settings).

• Calm, resilient, and adaptable demeanor under challenging circumstances.

• Team Teach, MAPA/Safety-Pod, or relevant de-escalation training is highly advantageous (though training can be provided).

• Active Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or readiness to process one immediately).

Why Work with Randstad Education?

• Competitive Daily Rates: Support Roles & Teaching Roles

• GCA Framework Standards: Full pay transparency governed by official framework agreements.

• Smart App Management: Manage your work schedule and timesheets easily through our app.

How to Apply

Please apply immediately with your CV or contact Riya at [email removed] for more information. We are the UK market leader for recruitment in education. We have nearly two decades of experience helping teachers and support staff find temporary and permanent roles in schools, colleges, and nurseries. We partner with over 2,500 schools each week, supporting more than 135,000 children every day across the country, which allows us to find the right match for your skills.

experience

Non Teaching

skills

de-escalation techniques

education

high school