At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with SEMH needs and deliver targeted learning activities.
- Company: A vibrant school dedicated to student wellbeing and support.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, professional development, and wellbeing initiatives.
- Other info: Join a creative team with excellent career growth opportunities and diverse perspectives.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young learners' lives while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for helping students with additional needs.
The predicted salary is between 18228 - 19429 £ per year.
Contract
Terms: Permanent, term-time only plus 2 days.
Closing
Date: Friday 4th September 2026 at 9.00am.
Start
Date: As soon as your notice period allows.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
Areyou passionate, friendly, and dedicated when it comes to providing excellentcare and educational support to students with additional needs, particularlyaround their Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
Do yourecognise yourself as having strong communication skills, patience, andunderstanding?
Do you have the skills and dedication to make a lastingdifference in the lives of young learners in a safe, vibrant, and happy school?If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.
Whatthe role involves in a nutshell
- Workunder the direction, guidance, and supervision of the SENCO and classroomteacher to support students in accessing learning.
- Takeresponsibility for delivering specific learning activities andinterventions, helping to implement individual learning plans in line withthe overall teaching strategy.
- Delivertargeted interventions, both within the classroom and in small group or1:1 settings outside the classroom environment.
- Deliver Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) interventions, or undertake ELSA training to develop the skills and knowledge required to providehigh-quality emotional literacy support.
Previous ELSA experience orqualification is desirable but not essential, as full training will beprovided for the right candidate.
- Supportpupils to develop emotional awareness, resilience, self-esteem, andpositive coping strategies through planned interventions and nurturingrelationships.
- Deliver SEMH- and emotional wellbeing-related guidance and share effectivestrategies with the wider learning support team to promote a positive, inclusive, and emotionally supportive environment for all students.
Whatyou’ll get in return?
You’ll bejoining a school and Trust which is all about putting staff first – withnumerous wellbeing initiatives and social events to enjoy each term!
In additionto this you will benefit from
- Automaticenrolment to the West Yorkshire Pension Fund.
- ASupportive and forward-thinking Leadership Team.
- Staffdevelopment through proactive personal and professional development.
- Workingas part of a creative and supportive team who want the best for allstudents.
- Free Parking.
- Cycleto Work scheme.
- Additionalholidays linked to service.
- Eye Care.
- Annual Flu Vaccines.
- Home& Technology Scheme.
- Rewardsand discounts.
- GPOnline and Prescription Service.
- Your Care Wellbeing Platform & EAP.
- Lifestylebenefits & discounts.
Diverseperspectives and experiences are critical to our success, and we welcomeapplications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience andskills needed to perform this role.
If ourschool sounds like a place in which you could really make a difference, thenwe’d love to hear from you.
SAFERRECRUITMENT
We arecommitted to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Allstaff and volunteers are expected to behave in a way that supports thiscommitment and are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Please be aware that it isan offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulatedactivity relevant to children.
If you are shortlisted for interview, we willundertake an online public search in line with guidance from the Department for Education and Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.
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Learning Support Assistant Level 2 (SEMH) Specialist in Sowerby Bridge employer: Ryburn Valley High School
Ryburn Valley High School is an excellent employer, offering a nurturing environment where dedicated individuals can make a meaningful impact on the lives of students with additional needs. With a strong focus on professional development and a collaborative SEND team, employees are supported in their growth while contributing to a positive school culture that values inclusivity and teamwork.
