Social, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties Teaching assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Croydon; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant for a Primary School in South Croydon. This role supports a student with social, emotional, and mental health needs, focusing on fostering their academic and personal development through tailored educational plans. Ideal candidates will have experience with similar learners and strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

£50 shopping vouchers for referrals

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health challenges preferred.
• Understanding of strategies to support student well-being and academic success.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the teacher to develop and implement individualised learning plans.
• Utilise positive behaviour support strategies for emotional regulation.
• Assist the student in building social skills through structured activities.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Compassionate Approach

Patience

Job description

Teaching Assistant for Student with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health Needs Position: Teaching Assistant Location: Primary School Contract Type: Full time Hours: 8.15 am- 16.00 pm About Us: Axcis is working Primary School, located in South Croydon, it is a welcoming and inclusive environment dedicated to supporting the diverse needs of our students. The school works with children aged 4 to 11 years and are committed to fostering their academic, social, and emotional development. The school is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide specialised support for a student with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. This role is vital in helping the student navigate daily challenges and enhance their overall school experience. You will work closely with the classroom teacher to create an environment where the student feels safe, understood, and engaged. Responsibilities: • Collaborate with the teacher to develop and implement individualised learning plans that address the student’s unique emotional and academic needs. You may be working in a 1:1 environment with students. • Utilise positive behaviour support strategies to help the student manage their emotions and behaviours, fostering a sense of self-regulation and resilience. • Assist the student in building social skills through structured activities and peer interactions, helping the student practice essential communication skills. • Work closely with other staff members, including special education professionals and therapists, to ensure a comprehensive approach to the student’s needs. Qualifications: • Experience working with students who exhibit social, emotional, and mental health challenges is preferred. • Understanding of strategies to support students’ well-being and academic success. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • A compassionate and patient approach to supporting vulnerable learners.

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Hannah Bassett on 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1066.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

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).

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.

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Contact: Hannah Bassett

Telephone: [phone] l Ext: 1066