Learning Support Assistant Job (SEMH)
| Posting date: | 03 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £100.0 to £120.0 per day |
| Additional salary information: | Daily Rate: |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 October 2025 |
| Location: | Stockport, Greater Manchester, SK6 6AW |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4720733_1756883136 |
Summary
Learning Support Assistant - SEMH School - Stockport
Your New Job
Are you passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs? We are currently recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEMH school in the Stockport area. This is a full-time role with an ASAP start, offering a daily rate of £100-£120, depending on experience. You will work closely with teaching staff to support pupils aged 11-16 who require tailored interventions and emotional support to access learning. The role involves working 1:1 and in small groups, helping students regulate behaviour, build confidence, and engage positively in their education.
Your New Company
This school is a well-established specialist provision catering to pupils with SEMH needs, many of whom have experienced trauma or disrupted education. It offers a nurturing and structured environment, with a strong emphasis on therapeutic support and personalised learning. Staff are highly skilled in de-escalation strategies and trauma-informed practice, and the school is known for its collaborative team culture and commitment to professional development. The school is located in a quiet, green area of Stockport, easily accessible from Manchester and surrounding areas. It has excellent facilities, including sensory rooms, outdoor learning spaces, and vocational workshops.
What You'll Need to Succeed
- Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs (in schools, youth work, residential care, or similar settings)
- A calm, resilient, and empathetic approach
- Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to build trusting relationships
- A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners
- An enhanced DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply for one through Hays)
What You'll Get in Return
- Competitive daily rate of £100-£120
- Ongoing support from a dedicated Hays Education consultant
- Opportunity to work in a highly supportive and rewarding environment
- Access to Hays CPD training and safeguarding courses
- Potential for long-term or permanent opportunities within the school
What You Need to Do Now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact us directly at Hays Education. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are seeking a new role in Education, please contact the Hays Education office on 0161 228 7300.
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