Job title and organisation: Level 2 SEMH Learning Support Assistant - West SILC School
Salary: C1 Starting Salary £20, 941 - £21,978 (actual salary)
Hours: 31.5
Contract: Permanent
Location: West SILC School
Closing Date and Time: Tuesday 2 December 2025 at 12:00pm
West SILC is an inspiring place to work and learn, where children are at the forefront of all decisions we make. We are looking for staff who want to contribute to all aspects of school life. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our school community in our specialist SEMH provision.
The qualities we are looking for include:
- Ability to relate well to children and adults and communicate effectively at all levels
- Ability to deal effectively with students presenting challenging behaviour using de-escalation techniques as appropriate
- Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
- Knowledge and experience of behaviour management and restorative strategies
- Experience of working with secondary aged students with additional needs
- Having a driving licence is essential for this role.
- Essential English C grade or equivalent
We offer:
- A welcoming school where the children and young people enjoy learning, are positive and cheerful
- An excellent opportunity to make a difference
- An inclusive school which strives to meet the needs of all our children
- A team of dedicated and committed staff who are willing to learn and develop with you
Appropriate induction and CPD will be provided to the successful candidate.
West SILC is wholly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates may be subject to online checks Appointments are made subject to a successful DBS, references and a health declaration.
We think it is important for prospective candidates to visit please contact the school office - 0113 3862450 to book an appointment
We will conduct interviews as Suitable candidates apply
Closing date: Tuesday 2nd December 2025 @ Midday
Interview date – TBC
West SILC, 4 Town Street, Stanningley, Leeds, LS28 6HL, 0113 3862450
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check against the Children’s barred list will be carried out on preferred candidates. Read our recruitment of ex-offenders policy.
We welcome applications from everyone and actively seek a diverse range of applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. We particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to, women, carers, veterans as well as LGBT+, ethnically diverse, disabled and care experienced people.
This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa.
If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visa route before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you'll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least £41,700 per year or meet one of the other eligibility criteria. Please ensure you are eligible before applying.
The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.
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