Learning Support Assistant

6 days ago


Woking, United Kingdom Pink Tile Education Ltd Full time
Are you a compassionate and resilient individual with a strong commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of young people facing social emotional and mental health challenges and exhibiting challenging behaviours? If so, an impactful opportunity awaits you at our school. We are actively seeking a Teaching Assistant to join our team and provide crucial support to our students.
About Us:
At our school, we are dedicated to creating a nurturing and supportive environment for young people facing mental health difficulties and exhibiting challenging behaviours. As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in helping our students build essential skills and work towards improved mental well-being.
Position: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Working Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday (Term time only)
Salary: £90 per day
Start Date : ASAP or at the beginning of the new term
Location: Outskirts. Applicant Must Be a Driver due to the location of the village (limited public transport).
Role Responsibilities:
Collaborate closely with our experienced teaching team to provide tailored support for young people facing mental health challenges and exhibiting challenging behaviours.
Implement the school's behaviour management strategies and techniques to create a structured and positive classroom environment.
Foster a safe and supportive atmosphere that encourages emotional well-being and personal growth.
Provide one-on-one and group support during lessons, activities, and interventions.
Work collaboratively with teachers, counsellors, and therapists to facilitate holistic development for students.
Contribute to creating a calm and organized classroom setting.
Qualities and Experience:
While formal Mental Health qualifications are not mandatory, the following qualities and experience are highly valued for success in this role:
- Previous experience working with young people facing mental health challenges and challenging behaviours, ideally in a school or therapeutic setting.
- An interest in or studies related to psychology, counselling, or therapy, which can complement your ability to provide effective support.
- Empathy, resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting individuals in improving their mental well-being.
- Strong communication and de-escalation skills to effectively manage challenging situations.
- Flexibility and adaptability to respond to the diverse emotional and behavioural needs of students.
- Life experience around SEMH and challenging behaviour can contribute to your understanding and connection with the challenges our students face.
Joining our school as a Mental Health Teaching Assistant offers a deeply fulfilling experience. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young people by helping them navigate their mental health challenges and develop positive coping strategies. Working within a dedicated team of educators, you will contribute to providing an exceptional learning environment tailored to the unique needs of our students. In addition to personal fulfilment, we offer competitive compensation and ongoing training opportunities to enhance your expertise in supporting mental health and behaviour management.
We eagerly anticipate welcoming a Mental Health Teaching Assistant who shares our dedication to providing exceptional support and education to young people facing social emotional and mental health challenges and exhibiting challenging behaviours. Your commitment and unique insights will play a vital role in guiding these students towards improved well-being and academic success.
Please note that the school is in a yet rural village. Applicants are advised that they would need to drive to access the school comfortably and consistently.
Apply to find out more
Important Notice: For you to be successful in applying for the above position you should be eligible to work in the UK or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. Pink Tile is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. During the application process, you will be required to:
- Provide details for us to complete reference checks prior to employment.
- Provide an Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one (which Pink Tile can assist with).
Pink Tile Education, their schools and candidates all share the view of "Best Fit, Every Time" and our role is to ensure that every candidate we place has a positive impact on the team of their new employers.
We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we sometimes cannot reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time, your application may have been unsuccessful on this specific occasion, but we encourage you to apply for positions that you may see in the future. Alternatively, please check missed calls and all your email folders as it may have been that we have tried to reach you. Thank you.

  • Woking, United Kingdom Academics Ltd Full time

    Learning Support Assistant (1:1) Location: Primary Schools in Woking, Surrey Salary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience £85-100 per day Start Date: Immediate Are you passionate about making a difference in children's lives? We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant's (LSAs) for long-term agency positions within...


  • Woking, United Kingdom Academics Ltd Full time

    Learning Support Assistant (1:1)Location: Primary Schools in Woking, SurreySalary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience £85-100 per dayStart Date: ImmediateAre you passionate about making a difference in children's lives?We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant's (LSAs) for long-term agency positions within primary schools...


  • Woking, United Kingdom St John the Baptist Catholic Comprehensive School Full time

    We are seeking to appoint enthusiastic and conscientious Learning Support Assistants to join our growing Learning Support Department. Please note that you are wholly responsible for fact checking in respect of the information provided by schools. Please also check for the latest visa and work permit requirements that may apply. Tes is not responsible for...


  • Woking, United Kingdom New Road Education Full time

    **Learning Support Assistant (LSA) Woking, Surrey** - Love working with children and want to do more? - Feel you can support students in their learning and development? - Aspiring to be a teacher in your future but want to get some experience? At **New Road Education**, we know that many schools rely on quality Learning Support Assistants. We’re now...


  • Woking, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

    Learning Support Assistant Location: WokingJob type: full-time, part-time and flexible workingPay: £83 to £90 per-dayWe are currently working on behalf of our schools across Woking to find amazing Learning Support Assistants to work within primary and secondary SEN/SEMH specialists settings. Successful candidates will be supporting students across all...


  • Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Academics Ltd Full time £85 - £90

    Job Title: Learning Support AssistantJob Summary:We are seeking an enthusiastic and caring Learning Support Assistant to join our team at Academics Ltd. The successful candidate will have a genuine interest in helping students with diverse needs reach their potential.Key Responsibilities:Provide personalized support to students with additional needsWork...


  • Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom MK College Group Full time

    Job SummaryMK College Group is seeking a dedicated and passionate Learning Support Assistant to join our Prison Education team at HMP Coldingley. As a successful Learning Support Assistant, you will provide inspirational learning support to small groups of learners and on a 1:1 basis, highlighting specific learning needs and improving learner skills.Key...


  • Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom MK College Group Full time

    Job SummaryMK College Group is seeking a dedicated and passionate Learning Support Assistant to join our Prison Education team at HMP Coldingley. As a successful Learning Support Assistant, you will provide inspirational learning support to small groups of learners and on a 1:1 basis, highlighting specific learning needs and improving learner skills.Key...


  • Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Academics Full time

    Job Summary:Academics is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join our team at a special needs school in Surrey. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the educational and personal development of our students with complex learning, social, and communication difficulties.Key...


  • Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Academics Full time

    Job Summary:Academics is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join our team at a special needs school in Surrey. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the educational and personal development of our students with complex learning, social, and communication difficulties.Key...


  • Woking, United Kingdom Hoe Bridge School Full time

    Required for September 2024 Hoe Bridge School is seeking to appoint a dedicated One-to-One Learning Support Assistant to become a part of our friendly and supportive team. As one of our highly valued and experienced Learning Support Assistants or Higher Level Teaching Assistants, you will be someone dependable and trustworthy, responsible for providing...


  • Woking, United Kingdom Starfyn Recruitment Full time

    Are you passionate about facilitating individuals’ achievements? Thrive in a team environment? Here at Starfyn Education, we have the role for you! Starfyn Education are working alongside an Ofsted rated ‘Good Special Educational Needs School that caters for 7 – 16 aged boys who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties. We are looking...


  • Woking, United Kingdom Starfyn Recruitment Full time

    Are you passionate about facilitating individuals’ achievements? Thrive in a team environment? Here at Starfyn Education, we have the role for you!Starfyn Education are working alongside an Ofsted rated ‘Good Special Educational Needs School that caters for 7 – 16 aged boys who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties.We are looking for...


  • Woking, United Kingdom Empowering Learning Full time

    Job Title: SEN Teaching AssistantJob Type: Full-TimeLocation: EffinghamJob Description:We are seeking a dedicated and passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team at Empowering Learning. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students with special educational needs in a safe and inclusive environment.Key...


  • Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Hoe Bridge School Full time

    Job Opportunity Hoe Bridge School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Learning Support Assistant to join our team. As a valued member of our staff, you will be responsible for providing one-to-one support to a pupil with an EHCP. Key Responsibilities: Creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment Providing individualized support to a pupil with...


  • Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Hoe Bridge School Full time

    Job Opportunity Hoe Bridge School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Learning Support Assistant to join our team. As a valued member of our staff, you will be responsible for providing one-to-one support to a pupil with an EHCP. Key Responsibilities: Creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment Providing individualized support to a pupil with...


  • Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Hoe Bridge School Full time

    Job Opportunity Hoe Bridge School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Learning Support Assistant to join our team. As a valued member of our staff, you will be responsible for providing one-to-one support to a pupil with an EHCP. Key Responsibilities: Creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment Providing individualized support to enhance the...


  • Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Hoe Bridge School Full time

    Job Opportunity Hoe Bridge School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Learning Support Assistant to join our team. As a valued member of our staff, you will be responsible for providing one-to-one support to a pupil with an EHCP. Key Responsibilities: Creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment Providing individualized support to enhance the...

  • Interviewing Now

    1 week ago


    Woking, United Kingdom Academics Ltd Full time

    Interviewing Now - Learning Support Assistant - Start ASAP Empower Students to Achieve Their Full Potential Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual looking to make a difference in students' lives? Do you want to be part of a supportive school community, helping students overcome challenges and thrive academically? If so, contact Louis...


  • Woking, United Kingdom Academics Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a dedicated and empathetic Psychology graduate to join our team as a Learning Support Assistant in a primary school setting. This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates interested in progressing into Clinical or Educational Psychology.The Role:Supporting children on a 1-to-1 basis who have Education, Health, and Care Plans...