Learning Support Assistant (SEMH)

SEMH Teaching Assistants – Andover, Hampshire

Primary and secondary SEMH provisions in Andover and the surrounding area are seeking experienced, resilient, and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistants to support children and young people with social, emotional, and behavioural needs.

About the Role
You will work closely with teaching and pastoral teams to:

• Support emotional regulation and behaviour management

• Build positive, consistent relationships

• Assist with personalised learning and therapeutic approaches

• Promote engagement, resilience, and social development

Experience in SEMH, behaviour support, youth work, or pastoral care is highly desirable.

Key Details

• Full-time and part-time roles available

• Term-time only

• Free THRIVE Approach training provided

• Pay dependent on experience and setting

• Location: Andover and surrounding areas

What We’re Looking For

• Calm, patient, and emotionally resilient individuals

• Reliable practitioners confident in managing challenging behaviour

• Committed to supporting young people who face barriers to learning

Requirements

• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain)

• Right to work in the UK

To apply, please submit your CV. Suitable candidates will be contacted to discuss current SEMH opportunities in the Andover area.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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