LSA SEMH
Position: Learning Support Assistant (SEMH Focus – 1:1 Support)
Location: Southampton, UK (Close to M27, with excellent public transport links)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £85 – £95 per day (equivalent to approximately £13–£16 per hour, depending on experience)
Make a Lasting Difference – One Student at a Time
Are you passionate about supporting young people who face social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges? We are seeking a committed and compassionate Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to provide 1:1 support for a secondary school student in Southampton from September 2026.
This is a permanent, full-time position offering the opportunity to truly make an impact in a young person’s life while working within a dedicated and supportive school team.
About the Role
As an SEMH-focused Learning Support Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
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Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a student with SEMH needs throughout the school day
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Helping the student access learning, build confidence, and stay engaged in the classroom
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Supporting emotional regulation and behaviour management using a trauma-informed approach
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Assisting during transitions, break times, and other non-structured periods of the school day
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Working collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCO, and pastoral teams to implement tailored strategies and interventions
About the School
The school is a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Southampton, catering to students aged 11–16. It has a strong commitment to student wellbeing, academic progress, and providing meaningful support for those with additional needs.
Key benefits include:
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A supportive and experienced staff team
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Regular professional development and training
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On-site parking
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Close proximity to the M27 with convenient public transport options
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
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Has a calm, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting students
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Ideally has experience working with children or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs (not essential)
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Can confidently manage challenging behaviour in a positive and supportive manner
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Is committed to building trusting relationships and promoting student wellbeing
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Works well as part of a team and is proactive, reliable, and resilient
What We Offer
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Competitive daily rate of £85 – £95 (approximately £13–£16 per hour)
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Permanent contract with long-term development opportunities
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Training and ongoing support through Supply Desk
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Pension contributions and access to staff benefits
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Free on-site parking
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Refer a Friend Bonus – earn up to £150 for successful referrals
How to Apply
If you are ready to make a real difference in a young person’s life and thrive in a supportive educational environment, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now at: www.supplydesk.co.uk
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.
To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.