Learning Support Assistant – SEMH & Behaviour Support

Location: Camden | Salary: £100-£120 per day | Contract: Full-time | Term Time Only | Start Date: September 2026

Make a Real Difference with Milk Education

Milk Education is working in partnership with a specialist education provider to recruit a compassionate and resilient Learning Support Assistant to support children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs and behavioural challenges. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning. You’ll work closely with students who require additional support to manage their emotions, develop positive relationships, and engage successfully in education.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will provide tailored support to students both in and out of the classroom. Working alongside teaching staff and pastoral teams, you’ll help create a calm, structured, and nurturing environment where students feel safe, supported, and able to achieve their potential. Every day will be different, and you’ll play a key role in encouraging positive behaviour, building confidence, and supporting students to re-engage with learning.

Your Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for students with SEMH needs and behavioural challenges.
• Build positive, trusting relationships that encourage engagement and personal development.
• Support students to regulate their emotions and make positive choices using consistent and restorative approaches.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons and adapting learning activities where required.
• Promote positive behaviour and contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Support students during transitions, breaktimes, and enrichment activities when needed.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral teams, families, and external professionals.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and behaviour in line with school procedures.

We’re Looking For Someone Who

• Has experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs, additional needs, or challenging behaviour.
• Is calm, patient, resilient, and able to remain professional in challenging situations.
• Can build strong relationships while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Is passionate about supporting vulnerable young people to achieve positive outcomes.
• Has a flexible and proactive approach to supporting learning and wellbeing.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working as a Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Youth Worker, Support Worker, Care Worker, or Sports Coach.
• Experience within an Alternative Provision, specialist school, SEND setting, or mainstream school.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practice, restorative approaches, or positive behaviour support.
• Team Teach or equivalent training (desirable but not essential).

Why Work with Milk Education?

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Dedicated support from your own specialist consultant.
• Access to free CPD and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible opportunities to suit your career goals.
• A straightforward registration process with ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles within specialist education settings.

Safeguarding

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check (or be willing to obtain one), satisfactory references, and compliance with safer recruitment and safeguarding requirements.

Apply Today

If you’re ready to support young people to build confidence, overcome challenges, and achieve success, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or contact the Milk Education team to find out more about this rewarding opportunity.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines.