SEMH Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Slough; On-site; GBP 14,203 - 18,637; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Supportive specialist setting

Full-time hours

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency seeks a SEMH Teaching Assistant in Slough to support children with SEMH needs throughout the school day. The role involves behaviour regulation and emotional support, requiring strong management skills and a nurturing approach. The position offers competitive daily pay starting from £89 and provides a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in a school setting and a passion for making a difference in children's lives.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEMH and challenging behaviour is essential.
• Strong behaviour management is necessary for the role.
• A patient and nurturing approach is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs throughout the school day.
• Assist with behaviour regulation and emotional support.
• Use positive behaviour management strategies.

Skills

Experience working with children with SEMH and challenging behaviour

Strong behaviour management skills

A calm, patient and nurturing approach

Ability to remain resilient in challenging situations

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, active setting

Previous school-based experience

Job description

Overview

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Specialist Primary SEMH School, Slough
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm
Pay: From £89 per day (PAYE)
Contract: Term-time only / Ongoing

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with SEMH needs throughout the school day
• Assisting with behaviour regulation and emotional support
• Using positive behaviour management strategies consistently
• Supporting learning both inside and outside the classroom
• Working closely with teachers and support staff to maintain a calm, structured environment
• Being physically active and on your feet for much of the day

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEMH and challenging behaviour
• Strong behaviour management skills
• A calm, patient and nurturing approach
• Ability to remain resilient in challenging situations
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, active setting
• Previous school-based experience is highly desirable

What’s on Offer

• Competitive daily pay from £89 PAYE
• Full-time, consistent hours
• Supportive specialist setting with experienced staff
• A rewarding role making a real difference to children’s lives

Contact

Sam Higham
Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 1038

Equal Opportunities

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.
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.

Agency Information

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.