The Northern Art Group is seeking a passionate and experienced Specialist Learning Support Assistant to provide specialist support for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
This is an exciting opportunity to combine direct student support with a mentoring and advisory role, helping to shape inclusive practice across the college. Working closely with the SENDCo, you will support students to overcome barriers to learning, improve wellbeing, achieve positive outcomes, and fully engage with college life.
We are looking for someone with experience supporting learners with additional needs, particularly SEMH, and a strong understanding of SEND and safeguarding requirements. You will be an effective communicator with excellent relationship-building skills, able to work collaboratively with students, staff and external agencies. Experience of mentoring colleagues and working within an educational setting would be advantageous.
The successful candidate will provide specialist support to students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning, build resilience and achieve positive outcomes. Working closely with the SENDCo, you will deliver targeted interventions, support student wellbeing, and act as a lead practitioner, offering guidance and mentoring to Learning Support Assistants and curriculum staff. You will also contribute to support planning, transition arrangements and the development of inclusive practice across the college.