SEND Teaching Assistant — Supporting SEMH & Autism

Axcis Education Recruitment; Totnes; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment invites applications for a Teaching Assistant role in Totnes, Devon. The position is full-time, Monday to Friday, term-time, with driving essential for travel between locations.

You will work with pupils aged 11-19 who have SEMH, ADHD, autism, and behavioural needs, helping them engage with learning and develop confidence. The school emphasises positive behaviour, personalised support, and a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional in challenging situations.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Positive and resilient attitude.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Support students with SEMH, ADHD, autism, and behavioural needs.
• Help pupils regulate emotions and develop coping strategies.
• Encourage engagement, attendance and participation in learning.
• Provide individual and small-group support across the curriculum.
• Promote positive behaviour in line with school policies.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and personal development.
• Assist young people to build confidence and independence.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Potential outreach activities with students.

Skills

Passion for helping students

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Calm and patient

Safeguarding commitment

Job description

Axcis Education Recruitment invites applications for a Teaching Assistant role in Totnes, Devon. The position is full-time, Monday to Friday, term-time, with driving essential for travel between locations.

You will work with pupils aged 11-19 who have SEMH, ADHD, autism, and behavioural needs, helping them engage with learning and develop confidence. The school emphasises positive behaviour, personalised support, and a nurturing environment.