Job Title: Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant – Special Needs School Location: Wandsworth, London Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm Contract: Full-Time Pay: Paid to scale Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant to join a highly supportive and well-resourced Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Wandsworth, London. This full-time role is ideal for someone with experience in managing and supporting children with SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) needs, ASD, ADHD, or complex behavioural difficulties. Key Responsibilities: • Provide tailored 1:1 and group support to students exhibiting challenging behaviour. • Assist class teachers in implementing individual behaviour plans and learning activities. • Use de-escalation techniques and behaviour management strategies to promote positive behaviour. • Build trusting relationships with students to support emotional regulation and engagement in learning. • Work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and SENCOs to deliver a holistic support system. • Contribute to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. • Assist with personal care and mobility support where necessary (training provided). Requirements: • Experience working with children or young people with challenging behaviour, preferably in a school or care setting. • Strong behaviour management skills and an understanding of trauma-informed approaches. • A calm, patient, and proactive approach to supporting students with complex needs. • Excellent communication and teamwork skills. • A valid Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one). • Relevant qualifications or training in SEN, behaviour support, or education are desirable but not essential. Why Join Us? • Supportive leadership team and experienced staff. • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities. • Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people. • Long-term potential with progression opportunities. INDLON<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jake White on 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1068.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>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.<br /><br />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).<br /><br />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.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />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.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Jake White&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1068</strong></strong>