Behaviour Support Assistant

Axcis Education; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SEND training

Temporary supply work

Supportive school community

Job summary

Axcis Education is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to support pupils with complex needs at a Chelmsford SEND school. The role involves working with pupils across age groups, contributing to learning, communication and personal development in a sensitive, nurturing environment.

You will collaborate with teachers, therapists and specialists, fostering independence and confidence while supporting a variety of learning needs.

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEND, Care, Support Work, or transferable backgrounds.
• Patience, empathy, and resilience are essential.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are valued.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on 1:1 and small-group basis.
• Assist with learning, communication and personal development.
• Help create a safe, engaging, nurturing learning environment.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals.
• Encourage independence and positive outcomes for each pupil.

Skills

SEND experience

Teaching Assistant

PMLD experience

Communication

Job description

Teaching Assistants - SEND School | Chelmsford Make a lasting difference every day. Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with complex additional needs? Do you want a rewarding role where no two days are the same and every achievement is celebrated? We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants to join a highly respected Special Educational Needs and Disabilities school in Chelmsford, supporting pupils with a range of complex learning needs across different age groups.

About the School

This welcoming and well-established SEND school provides exceptional support for pupils with:

• Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
• Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
• Complex communication and sensory needs

The school operates across age-specific sites, creating tailored learning environments where every pupil can thrive. With a strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing, and personalised learning, you'll be joining a team that is truly dedicated to helping young people reach their full potential.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Assisting with learning, communication, and personal development
• Helping to create a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environment
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and positive outcomes for every pupil

We're Looking For

• Experience working with SEND, Care, Support Work, or transferable backgrounds
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs
• Patience, empathy, and resilience
• A proactive and positive attitude
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to helping every child succeed

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive school community
• Ongoing SEND training and professional development
• Valuable experience within a specialist education setting
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact every single day
• A rewarding role where your contribution is genuinely valued

If you're looking for a role where you can inspire, support, and celebrate the achievements of incredible young people, we'd love to hear from you.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do 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.