Teaching Assistant (Challenging Behaviour)

Axcis Education; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education in Bracknell is seeking a warm, resilient 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with significant and challenging behaviours in a large primary school. You will work closely with the pupil throughout the day, providing individualised support to access learning, develop emotional regulation, and build confidence and social skills within a supportive team.

Previous SEMH/behaviour experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with challenging behaviour, SEMH, autism, ADHD or complex needs is highly desirable.
• Ability to establish trust and consistently set boundaries with a pupil in need of positive behaviour support.
• Willingness to participate in Forest School and outdoor activities as part of the learning week.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a pupil with significant behaviours.
• Help access curriculum and wider learning opportunities.
• Support emotional regulation and develop coping strategies.
• Build confidence, independence and social skills.
• Foster positive relationships with staff and peers.
• Assist with classroom routines and safe behaviour management.

Skills

Nurturing

Patience

Calm under pressure

Behaviour support

Relationship building

Resilience

Engagement strategies

Education

DBS check

Job description

Location: Bracknell Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm Contract: Full-time Role: 1:1 Teaching Assistant – Challenging Behaviour

We are looking for a warm, nurturing and resilient Teaching Assistant to join a large primary school in Bracknell, supporting a pupil with significant and challenging behaviours on a 1:1 basis. This is a rewarding role for someone who is passionate about helping children who can struggle to engage with the classroom environment and who understands that building a trusting relationship is at the heart of successful behaviour support.

Ideal Candidate

• Extremely nurturing, patient and calm, even in difficult situations.
• Confident supporting children who display challenging or extreme behaviours.
• Highly skilled at building positive, trusting relationships with children.
• Consistent and able to provide clear, predictable boundaries while remaining compassionate.
• Resilient and emotionally regulated when faced with difficult behaviour.
• Able to recognise triggers, understand behaviour as communication and respond appropriately.
• Creative in finding ways to engage a child who may struggle with traditional classroom learning.
• Comfortable working 1:1 and adapting activities around the individual child's needs.
• Ideally experienced in primary schools, specialist settings, SEMH, behaviour support or similar environments.

The Role

You will work closely with the pupil throughout the school day, providing individualised support to help them:

• Access learning and the wider curriculum.
• Develop emotional regulation and positive coping strategies.
• Build confidence, independence and social skills.
• Develop positive relationships with staff and peers.
• Manage and reduce challenging behaviours.
• Participate successfully in school routines and activities.

The school places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning and Forest School activities, so the successful candidate should be enthusiastic about spending time outdoors and using practical, hands‑on activities to engage the pupil. You may be supporting the child both within the classroom and in alternative environments around the school, including outdoor and Forest School provision.

What we are looking for

Previous experience working with challenging behaviour is highly desirable. Experience supporting children with SEMH needs, autism, ADHD, complex needs or significant behavioural difficulties would also be beneficial. Most importantly, you will need to have the right personality and approach: someone who genuinely enjoys working with children, doesn't give up when things become difficult and understands the importance of patience, consistency and relationship‑building.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who wants to make a genuine, long‑term difference to a child's school experience and development.

Salary / Pay Rate

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

Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding

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.

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.