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Lead Learning Support Assistant- Social, Emotional and Mental Health

Trinity Academy · Bristol · Bristol, City of

Job description

The Opportunity

We are looking for an inspiring Lead Learning Support Assistant for SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) to provide outstanding learning support to individual students from Autumn 2026. You will play a vital role, working across the SEND team and wider school overseeing interventions and ensuring they optimise learning for individuals. You develop an expertise in SEMH. You will run interventions for pupils in this area, manage a small team of Learning Support Assistants and work closely with teachers and families to support students with social, emotional and mental health needs.

About You

You are likely to have gained experience in working with young people in a school setting and have a track record of impact through your career or personal experience. You will be able to bring to us a drive and determination to ensure that every student receives the support they need to be the best version of themselves. You will need to have great people skills and deeply care for all young people.


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About this school

Trinity Academy

Free schools · Secondary · Ages 11–18

Good
Pupils
946
Avg teacher salary
£47,609
Pupil:teacher ratio
16.8:1
Academy trust
AMPLIFY EDUCATION

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

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Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS7 9BY

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Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
8 September 2026
Closing date
27 September 2026

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