SEMH Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment in Salisbury is seeking a Full-Time SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs in a specialist school.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help pupils access learning, and work closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals. A calm, patient approach and commitment to inclusive education are essential to helping students thrive.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in school, care, youth work or similar settings.
• Experience supporting SEMH, SEND, autism, ADHD, or behavioural needs.
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach to challenging situations.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Passion for inclusive education and helping young people reach their potential.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 TA support and small-group interventions.
• Support pupils with SEMH needs, ASC, ADHD and trauma-related needs.
• Help students access learning and stay engaged throughout the day.
• Implement positive behaviour management and emotional regulation.
• Encourage independence, communication, and social development.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other education professionals.
• Build trusting relationships to promote confidence and success.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group interventions

Job description

Full-Time SEMH Teaching Assistant – Salisbury

Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire

Job Type: Full-Time, Monday to Friday

Salary: £95-£100 per day (PAYE)

Are you a compassionate, resilient, and dedicated individual looking for a rewarding career in education? Axcis Education is seeking a Full-Time Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Salisbury that supports children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This exciting opportunity is ideal for candidates with experience in special educational needs (SEN), behaviour support, autism, ADHD, or trauma-informed practice. As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, regulate emotions, and develop positive relationships within a supportive educational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 Teaching Assistant support and small-group interventions.
• Support pupils with SEMH needs, autism spectrum condition (ASC), ADHD, and trauma-related needs.
• Help students access learning and remain engaged throughout the school day.
• Implement positive behaviour management strategies and emotional regulation techniques.
• Encourage independence, communication skills, social development, and emotional wellbeing.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and other education professionals to deliver personalised support plans.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils to promote confidence and success.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people in a school, care, youth work, residential, or support setting.
• Experience supporting individuals with SEMH, SEND, autism, ADHD, or behavioural needs is highly desirable.
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach to challenging situations.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Passion for inclusive education and helping young people achieve their potential.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Why Work with Axcis Education?

• Long-term, full-time Teaching Assistant opportunity.
• Competitive daily pay of £95-£100 PAYE.
• Gain valuable experience within a specialist SEMH school setting.
• Support both primary and secondary-aged pupils.
• Work with an experienced and supportive team.
• Access professional development opportunities.
• Make a genuine difference to the lives and futures of vulnerable young people.

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.