Job Description

Mental Health Learning Support Assistant - SEMH School
Corby Area | Full-Time | Tradewind Recruitment

Are you passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs?

Tradewind Recruitment is currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Learning Support Assistant to work within a specialist SEMH school in the Corby area.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is committed to making a genuine difference in the lives of young people who require additional emotional and behavioural support in education.

The Role

As a Mental Health Learning Support Assistant, you will:

  • Support students with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs both inside and outside the classroom

  • Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils

  • Assist in managing challenging behaviour in a calm and supportive manner

  • Provide 1:1 and small group interventions

  • Help students regulate emotions and engage positively with learning

  • Work closely with teachers, pastoral teams, and external professionals

The Ideal Candidate Will:

  • Have experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, or behavioural needs

  • Be resilient, patient, and empathetic

  • Have strong behaviour management and communication skills

  • Be passionate about mental health and supporting vulnerable students

  • Have experience in education, care, youth work, psychology, support work, or similar fields (desirable)

  • Be able to build positive professional relationships quickly

What Tradewind Recruitment Offers:

  • Competitive pay rates

  • Access to free CPD and training opportunities

  • Ongoing support from experienced education consultants

  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements

  • Valuable experience within specialist education settings

This role would suit aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, counsellors, youth workers, or individuals looking to build a long-term career supporting young people with additional needs.

If you are ready to make a positive impact and support students to achieve their potential, apply today with your CV through Tradewind Recruitment.