Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 16,605 - 22,140; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment is seeking an experienced 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a student in an Autism Provision at a secondary school in EN4, Barnet. The role targets ASD with SEMH needs and challenging behaviours; you will provide dedicated 1:1 support, help implement EHCP targets, and apply positive behaviour strategies throughout the day.

This is a term-time, full-time position starting September 2026, offering a supportive SEND leadership environment and opportunities to develop

Qualifications

• Significant experience supporting young people with ASD and SEMH.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Calm, resilient and consistent approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day.
• Implement behaviour support plans and EHCP targets.
• Use positive behaviour support and de-escalation strategies.
• Support emotional regulation and social communication.
• Encourage participation in lessons and wider school life.
• Liaise closely with teaching staff, the SENCO and external professionals.
• Record progress and contribute to review meetings.

Skills

1:1 support

ASD experience

Behaviour management

Job description

1:1 Teaching Assistant – Autism Provision (SEMH & Challenging Behaviour) | EN4 | September Start Experienced 1:1 Teaching Assistant – Autism & Behaviour Support Location: EN4, Barnet Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

An inclusive secondary school in EN4 is looking to appoint an experienced 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a student within its Autism Provision who presents with ASD alongside SEMH needs and behaviours that challenge.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day.
• Implement behaviour support plans and EHCP targets.
• Use positive behaviour support and de-escalation strategies.
• Support emotional regulation and social communication.
• Encourage participation in lessons and wider school life.
• Liaise closely with teaching staff, the SENCO and external professionals.
• Record progress and contribute to review meetings.

The Ideal Candidate

• Significant experience supporting young people with ASD and SEMH.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Calm, resilient and consistent approach.
• Ability to build trusting relationships while maintaining clear boundaries.
• Team Teach or equivalent behaviour management training is desirable.

What the School Offers

• A specialist Autism Provision within a mainstream secondary school.
• Excellent SEND leadership and ongoing CPD.
• Collaborative and supportive staff team.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on a young person's education and wellbeing.
• This role is ideal for a confident and experienced Teaching Assistant who enjoys working within specialist autism settings.

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.

Contact: Jessica Flowerdew
Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 1061