Are you looking for a rewarding Teaching Assistant role in Bedminster, Bristol, where you can make a genuine difference to children’s lives? Axcis Education is recruiting a full-time Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Bedminster from mid-January 2026. This role focuses on supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them to feel safe, supported and engaged in their learning. About the Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will: • Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs. • Use effective behaviour management and de-escalation strategies to support emotional regulation. • Work closely with class teachers and the SEN team to create a structured, nurturing learning environment. • Encourage engagement with learning while supporting positive relationships with peers and adults. • Promote independence, resilience and self-confidence in the pupils you support. The Ideal Candidate 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. Why Join This School? • 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 Key Details • Role: SEMH Teaching Assistant (Primary) • Location: Bedminster, Bristol • Start Date: Mid-January 2026 • Pay: £89–£95 per day (dependent on experience) • Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm (term-time only) If you’re passionate about supporting pupils with SEMH needs and want to build a meaningful career in education, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with Axcis Education. INDBRI <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Dan Davey on 0117 4722400 | Ext: 2003.<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> Dan Davey&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0117 4722400 | Ext: 2003</strong></strong>