SEMH Primary ARP TA — Behaviour Support & Regulation

Axcis Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education is recruiting a confident SEMH Teaching Assistant to work within a primary school ARP in Barking & Dagenham, supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help pupils recognise and manage their emotions, and use positive reinforcement to maintain calm, consistent routines.

The role is full-time, long-term and starts after October half term; DBS checks and safeguarding commitments apply, with salary £100–£115 per day dependent on

Qualifications

• Experience as SEND TA, SEMH TA, or Behaviour Support Assistant.
• Experience supporting children with SEMH or challenging behaviour.
• Available for a full-time, long-term role from after October half term.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils within a primary ARP.
• Work with children with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Help pupils recognise and manage their emotions.
• Support pupils during dysregulation or challenging behaviour.
• Help pupils re-engage with learning after difficulties.
• Use positive reinforcement and maintain consistent boundaries.
• Support classroom learning and targeted interventions.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and SEND team.

Skills

SEMH TA

Behaviour Support

1:1 Support

Job description

Axcis Education is recruiting a confident SEMH Teaching Assistant to work within a primary school ARP in Barking & Dagenham, supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help pupils recognise and manage their emotions, and use positive reinforcement to maintain calm, consistent routines.

The role is full-time, long-term and starts after October half term; DBS checks and safeguarding commitments apply, with salary £100–£115 per day dependent on