SEND Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Kinson; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment is recruiting a dedicated Teaching Assistant for a specialist primary SEND school in Bournemouth to support pupils with ASC and SEMH. This full-time, term-time only role begins in September 2026 and offers rewarding, student-centred responsibilities.

The successful candidate will provide classroom and 1:1 support, foster emotional regulation, and collaborate with teachers, therapists and families to tailor activities to EHCP outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must have experience supporting children or young people with ASC and/or SEMH.
• Ability to build positive relationships through patience, empathy and consistency.
• Calm, resilient approach with ability to manage challenging behaviours.
• Understanding trauma-informed practice and emotional regulation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Providing classroom, small group and 1:1 support for pupils with ASC and SEMH.
• Promoting emotional regulation, communication and positive behaviour.
• Building trusting relationships that help pupils feel safe, valued and ready to learn.
• Supporting personalised learning activities tailored to individual EHCP outcomes.
• Using positive behaviour support strategies and de-escalation techniques.
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and families to ensure consistent support.
• Helping create a calm, engaging and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant – Primary SEND School (ASC & SEMH) Location: Bournemouth, Dorset Start Date: September 2026 Pay: £93–£100 per day Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only

Are you an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding new role this September? Axcis Education is working with a fantastic specialist primary SEND school in Bournemouth to recruit a compassionate, resilient and dedicated Teaching Assistant.

This full-time position offers the opportunity to support pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a nurturing, well-resourced environment.

This welcoming school is recognised for its child-centred approach, experienced leadership team and commitment to supporting both pupils and staff.

Your responsibilities

• Providing classroom, small group and 1:1 support for pupils with ASC and SEMH.
• Promoting emotional regulation, communication and positive behaviour.
• Building trusting relationships that help pupils feel safe, valued and ready to learn.
• Supporting personalised learning activities tailored to individual EHCP outcomes.
• Using positive behaviour support strategies and de-escalation techniques.
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and families to ensure consistent support.
• Helping create a calm, engaging and inclusive learning environment.

About You

• Has experience supporting children or young people with ASC and/or SEMH.
• Can build positive relationships through patience, empathy and consistency.
• Has a calm, resilient approach and can confidently manage challenging behaviours.
• Understands trauma-informed practice and emotional regulation strategies.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Has experience in education, youth work, care, psychology or a similar setting (desirable).
• Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or is willing to obtain one.

What the School Offers

• A welcoming and highly supportive specialist SEND school.
• Excellent leadership and a collaborative staff team.
• Regular SEND-focused CPD and opportunities to develop specialist skills.
• A well-resourced learning environment with therapeutic approaches embedded throughout the school.
• Long-term opportunities for the right candidate.
• Competitive daily pay of £93–£100, depending on experience.

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.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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.