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Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Specialist SEMH School
Flitwick, Bedfordshire | Full-Time | Immediate Start Preferred

Location: Flitwick, Bedfordshire
Job Type: Full-time
Pay Rate: £95-£105 per day
Setting: Specialist Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) provision
Start Date: ASAP, subject to availability

Full-Time Learning Support Assistant - Flitwick
Are you a resilient, confident and dedicated individual looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people?

Aspire People are recruiting a full-time Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a specialist SEMH school that is relocating from Dunstable to Flitwick, Bedfordshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people who experience social, emotional and mental health difficulties and may face barriers to learning.

Previous experience working in an SEN, SEMH or challenging behaviour setting would be beneficial but is not essential. We welcome applications from candidates with the right attitude, strong resilience and a genuine commitment to helping young people succeed. Experience in education, youth work, care, support work or similar environments would be advantageous.

The most important qualities are resilience, patience, consistency and the ability to remain calm and professional when faced with challenging situations.

Please note: This is a full-time position only. Candidates must be able to commit to working the full school week.

The Role
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work alongside teachers and other school staff to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs, helping them engage with education in a structured and supportive environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting pupils with SEMH needs and difficulties with emotional regulation and behaviour.
Helping pupils manage challenging situations through calm, consistent and positive approaches.
Establishing clear boundaries and maintaining high expectations for behaviour.
Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may struggle to engage with learning.
Supporting emotional development, independence, confidence and social skills.
Encouraging participation in classroom activities and educational tasks.
Working closely with teachers to implement individual support strategies.
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