Learning Support Assistant - SEMH Specialist

Learning Support Assistant - Alternative Provision (AP) School
Location: Northampton
Start Date: Immediate / As Soon As Possible
Contract: Long-term via Tradewind Recruitment, with strong potential for a permanent role
Essential: Full UK driving licence + access to a vehicle (multi-site role)

Are you passionate about creating stability, encouragement, and meaningful progress for young people who face complex challenges every day? Tradewind Recruitment is proud to be supporting a well-established Alternative Provision school in Northampton that is seeking a committed Learning Support Assistant to join their dedicated team.

This specialist setting provides a nurturing and therapeutic learning environment for students with:

• Significant mental health needs, including anxiety, depression, and school refusal

• Emotional and behavioural challenges that require patient and consistent support

• Physical difficulties that can affect engagement and classroom participation

The school offers a highly personalised curriculum designed to rebuild confidence, promote emotional wellbeing, and help students re-engage with learning at a pace that reflects their individual needs. Staff work with sensitivity, structure, and resilience to ensure each learner feels safe, understood, and supported.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Providing calm, consistent one-to-one or small-group support

• Supporting personalised learning activities adapted to students' abilities

• Encouraging emotional regulation and helping pupils manage overwhelming moments

• Building positive, trusting relationships with young people who may struggle to connect

• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff

• Travelling between multiple Northampton sites depending on the daily staffing and student requirements

We Are Looking For Someone With:

• Experience supporting individuals with mental health needs, behavioural challenges, or physical difficulties

• A background in youth work, specialist education, mental health support, care settings, or similar environments

• Strong resilience, excellent communication skills, and a genuinely empathetic approach

• The ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to rapidly changing situations

• A full driving licence and access to a car (essential due to multi-site structure)

If you are motivated by the chance to make a genuine difference - helping vulnerable young people take important steps forward in their education and wellbeing- this role offers a deeply rewarding career path. Apply now through Tradewind Recruitment to be considered for immediate interview.