Qualified Learning Support Assistant - Secondary SEMH Outreach

Qualified Learning Support Assistant - Secondary SEMH Outreach (Eccles)

Location: Eccles, Greater Manchester
Pay: £110-£120 per day (depending on experience)
Job Type: Temporary to Long-Term
Start Date: September 2026

Are you a qualified Learning Support Assistant with a passion for helping young people overcome barriers to education? Do you have experience supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and challenging behaviour?

We are looking for a dedicated, resilient, and compassionate Qualified Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist secondary SEMH outreach provision in the Eccles area. This is a rewarding role supporting young people both in educational settings and within the community, helping them to re-engage with learning and achieve positive outcomes.

The Role

As a Qualified Learning Support Assistant, you will:

Support secondary-aged pupils with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour.
Deliver outreach support to students in a variety of settings, including schools and community locations.
Build positive, professional relationships with pupils to encourage engagement, confidence, and emotional wellbeing.
Support the delivery of personalised learning programmes and interventions.
Use positive behaviour management strategies to support pupils with emotional regulation.
Work closely with teachers, families, and other professionals to provide consistent support.

Requirements

We are looking for candidates who:

Hold a recognised Learning Support Assistant qualification or relevant Teaching Assistant qualification.
Have experience supporting secondary-aged pupils with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour.
Have excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
Are patient, resilient, adaptable, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
Hold a full UK driving licence and are willing to travel as part of an outreach role.
Have business-use motor insurance or are willing to obtain it before starting the role.
Hold an Enhanced Child and Adult DBS registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for a new DBS.

Desirable Skills

Previous experience in an outreach, alternative provision, or specialist education setting.
Knowledge of trauma-informed practice and restorative approaches.
Experience delivering one-to-one interventions.
Team Teach or other positive behaviour management training (desirable but not essential).
A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.If you are passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs and want to make a meaningful difference through outreach work, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to secure your September start