SEMH Teaching Assistant

Experienced Teaching Assistant – Full-Time | Specialist SEMH Provision | September Start | £90–£95 per day

We are seeking a committed, compassionate and experienced Teaching Assistant to join a specialist provision in [Location] this September, supporting young learners who face significant challenges in mainstream education. This is a full-time, term-time only position offering a competitive daily rate of £90–£95, depending on experience. The role is ideally suited to someone with a strong background in supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

• Supporting students on a one-to-one and small group basis, both in and out of the classroom.
• Helping pupils to build confidence and self-esteem through structured routines and consistent guidance.
• Supporting with behaviour regulation strategies and de-escalation techniques.
• Encouraging academic and personal progress in line with individual education plans.
• Promoting a safe, respectful and nurturing learning environment.

• Experience working with children and young people with SEMH, behavioural challenges or in alternative provision.
• Experience supporting young people with SEMH needs, autism, ADHD or similar challenges.
• Resilient, patient, and able to build strong relationships based on trust and respect.
• Sound safeguarding and child protection understanding.
• Excellent communication skills and a calm, confident approach.

• Work in a welcoming, supportive and dynamic setting.
• Join a team that values collaboration, professional growth and student success.
• Make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable young people.

Apply today and help shape a better tomorrow. If you are interested, please click the apply button and contact Madeline Taylor-Edwards on .

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.

For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role. Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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