Teaching Assistant - Social Emotional Mental Health
Posted 12 hours 20 minutes ago by Axcis Education Recruitment
A full-time Teaching Assistant will be based in Bedminster, Bristol and will focus on supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs after Easter.
Responsibilities include:
- Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.
- Using effective behaviour management and de escalation strategies to support emotional regulation.
- Working closely with class teachers and the SEN team to create a structured, nurturing learning environment.
- Encouraging engagement with learning while supporting positive relationships with peers and adults.
- Promoting independence, resilience and self confidence in the pupils supported.
We are looking for a resilient, patient and compassionate Teaching Assistant who:
- Has experience supporting children with SEMH, challenging behaviour or additional needs (highly desirable).
- Remains calm and proactive in challenging situations.
- Has strong behaviour management and communication skills.
- Works well as part of a team and is committed to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
- Supportive and inclusive school environment.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Long term opportunities within SEND education.
- A team that values consistency, empathy and positive relationships.
- Role: SEMH Teaching Assistant (Primary).
- Location: Bedminster, Bristol.
- Start Date: Post Easter (Term 4).
- Pay: £89-£95 per day (dependent on experience).
- Hours: Full time, Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-3:30 pm (term time only).
- This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.
Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and 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.
If the position involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
To be considered for this role you must be suitably qualified for the advertised position and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate suitability.
ContactDan Davey - Ext: 2003