1:1 SEND TA for Primary Behaviour Support

Axcis Education Recruitment; Romford; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment is seeking a confident 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated behaviour-support for a male pupil in Harold Wood from September. The role is full-time, long-term, and starts in September, with a focus on clear guidance, structured tasks and consistent boundaries.

You will work closely with the class team to monitor progress, use de-escalation strategies, and support emotional regulation while building a positive relationship with the pupil.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a SEND Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant.
• Experience providing 1:1 support within a primary school.
• Experience supporting children with attention, behaviour or emotional-regulation needs.
• Strong behaviour-management and de-escalation skills.
• Confidence giving clear direction and maintaining boundaries.
• Ability to remain calm when behaviour becomes challenging.
• A patient, resilient and consistent personality.
• Ability to build rapport without losing professional authority.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries.
• Full-time availability from September.
• Commitment to a long-term role.

Responsibilities

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a male primary-aged pupil
• Helping the pupil remain focused during lessons
• Giving clear instructions and breaking tasks into manageable steps
• Redirecting attention when the pupil becomes distracted
• Supporting the pupil to follow classroom routines and expectations
• Using positive reinforcement to encourage appropriate behaviour
• Maintaining firm, fair and consistent boundaries
• Applying de-escalation strategies when the pupil becomes frustrated
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive decision-making
• Helping the pupil develop independence and confidence
• Supporting transitions and less-structured parts of the school day
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and pastoral staff
• Recording behaviour, progress and relevant observations accurately
• Maintaining strong safeguarding and professional standards

Skills

SEND Teaching Assistant

1:1 Support

Behaviour Management

De-escalation Skills

Teamwork

Job description

Axcis Education Recruitment is seeking a confident 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated behaviour-support for a male pupil in Harold Wood from September. The role is full-time, long-term, and starts in September, with a focus on clear guidance, structured tasks and consistent boundaries.

You will work closely with the class team to monitor progress, use de-escalation strategies, and support emotional regulation while building a positive relationship with the pupil.