Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEMH)

Axcis Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education is recruiting a confident SEMH Teaching Assistant to work within a primary school ARP in Barking & Dagenham, supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help pupils recognise and manage their emotions, and use positive reinforcement to maintain calm, consistent routines.

The role is full-time, long-term and starts after October half term; DBS checks and safeguarding commitments apply, with salary £100–£115 per day dependent on

Qualifications

• Experience as SEND TA, SEMH TA, or Behaviour Support Assistant.
• Experience supporting children with SEMH or challenging behaviour.
• Available for a full-time, long-term role from after October half term.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils within a primary ARP.
• Work with children with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Help pupils recognise and manage their emotions.
• Support pupils during dysregulation or challenging behaviour.
• Help pupils re-engage with learning after difficulties.
• Use positive reinforcement and maintain consistent boundaries.
• Support classroom learning and targeted interventions.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and SEND team.

Skills

SEMH TA

Behaviour Support

1:1 Support

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Primary ARP – Barking & Dagenham £100–£115 per day | Full-Time | Long-Term | Start After October Half Term

Axcis Education is recruiting a confident and nurturing SEMH Teaching Assistant to work within a primary school in Barking & Dagenham, supporting pupils within the school’s Additional Resource Provision (ARP).

This is a full-time, long-term role starting after the October half term, working with children who may need additional support with emotional regulation, behaviour, engagement and accessing learning.

The school is looking for someone who can build strong relationships while maintaining clear routines, boundaries and expectations.

The ideal candidate will understand that behaviour is often a form of communication and will be able to remain calm, patient and consistent when pupils are struggling to regulate.

About the Role

• Supporting pupils within a primary ARP
• Working with children with SEMH and behavioural needs
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Helping pupils recognise and manage their emotions
• Supporting children through periods of dysregulation or challenging behaviour
• Helping pupils re-engage with learning following difficult moments
• Using positive reinforcement and consistent boundaries
• Supporting classroom learning and targeted interventions
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and the wider SEND team

About You

• Have previous experience as a SEND TA, SEMH TA, LSA or Behaviour Support Assistant
• Have supported children with SEMH, emotional regulation or challenging behaviour
• Are confident working within a primary school or specialist SEND setting
• Can remain calm and consistent when behaviour becomes challenging
• Understand the importance of relationships, boundaries and predictable routines
• Are proactive, resilient and able to use initiative
• Can commit to a full-time, long-term role from after October half term

The School & Location

The role is based within a primary school in Barking & Dagenham, working as part of a supportive ARP team providing pupils with a more individualised and structured learning environment. This would be an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys supporting children who may find mainstream classroom expectations difficult and wants to help them develop the regulation, confidence and independence needed to succeed.

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).

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.