SEMH Learning Support Assistant

SEMH Learning Support Assistant – Sports Background ⚽ Do you have a background in sports? ⚾ Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of young people? Do you enjoy working with children and have a passion for supporting those with additional needs? Have you had personal experience supporting SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour? If so, this could be the perfect role for you! Protocol Education are looking to recruit a Learning Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH school in Harlow. A background in sports would be highly beneficial, as many pupils engage well through physical activity, teamwork, and structured routines. A desire to support young people and make a positive impact is essential, but previous school experience is not required! You will be joining a fantastic team that works with young people who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs , as well as a range of additional needs including SEND, ASD, and challenging behaviour. A friendly yet calm, strong, and resilient approach to supporting pupils is important. The successful candidate will be able to quickly build positive relationships, provide encouragement, and support students in developing confidence, emotional regulation, and engagement with learning. This is a long-term, full-time position , so we are looking for candidates who are available 5 days a week between the hours of 8:15am – 4:00pm . If you have a real passion for supporting young people with SEMH needs and think this role sounds right for you, then please apply now! If you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Chelsea on or All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.