Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – SEMH school

Colchester, Essex
Full-Time | Term-Time Only
Competitive Daily Rate
Temp to perm style 

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting for a dedicated and resilient Learning Support Assistant to work at one of our SEMH schools in Colchester!

The school supports boys aged 10–16 with a range of Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, providing a safe, supportive environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve both socially and academically without limits.

The Role:

• Providing one-to-one and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Supporting students to engage positively with learning and develop emotional regulation skills.
• Building strong, consistent relationships to help pupils feel safe, supported, and motivated.
• Assisting teachers in delivering a flexible and personalised curriculum tailored to individual needs.
• Encouraging pupils to make positive choices, build confidence, and develop independence.
• Supporting behaviour management strategies and promoting a calm, structured learning environment.

If you are looking for a school that does the following, apply today!

A community that cares and learns together
A provision that understands failure as part of success
A setting that provides hope, opportunity, and fresh starts for young people

The school offers a highly personalised approach to education alongside therapeutic support and unique opportunities that help pupils progress both emotionally and academically.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Has experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, behaviour, care, or youth work backgrounds. (Desirable) 
• Is patient, resilient, and able to build positive relationships.
• Can remain calm under pressure and support pupils with emotional and behavioural needs.
• Is passionate about helping young people achieve positive outcomes.
• Previous sports coaching or PE based hobbies would be a bonus!

What Teaching Personnel Offer:

• Competitive weekly pay
• Ongoing CPD and Team Teach training opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in young people’s lives and want to be part of a supportive and rewarding environment, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply today or email your CV over to  

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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