Are you passionate about making a real difference for young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Axcis Education is working on behalf of a specialist secondary SEMH school in North Bristol to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant. This is a full-time, long-term role starting ASAP, with hours of 8:30 am – 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday, term time only. ________________________________________ About the Role: As a Teaching Assistant in this setting, you will: • Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils aged 11–16 with SEMH needs. • Help students regulate emotions, build resilience, and re-engage with learning. • Use de-escalation strategies and restorative approaches to support positive behaviour. • Work closely with teachers and the SEN team to adapt lessons and meet pupils’ individual needs. • Act as a mentor and role model, helping pupils develop confidence and life skills. ________________________________________ The Ideal Candidate: We are looking for someone who: • Has experience supporting young people with SEMH, behaviour challenges, or trauma-informed practice. • Is patient, resilient, and calm under pressure. • Can build strong, trusting relationships with pupils who may have previously struggled in mainstream education. • Holds relevant training or qualifications (e.g. Team Teach, de-escalation) – though not essential, as training can be provided. ________________________________________ Why Work With Us? • Be part of a specialist SEMH environment with small class sizes and a strong support team. • Gain access to regular training and CPD opportunities, including Team Teach. • Work with pupils who, with the right support, can make remarkable progress. • Benefit from the support of Axcis Education, the UK’s leading SEND recruitment agency. ________________________________________ Key Information: • Location: North Bristol • Hours: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday (term time only) • Contract: Full-time, long-term (with potential to go permanent) • Start Date: As soon as possible ________________________________________ How to Apply: If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role where every day you can make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with Axcis Education to start your journey in this exciting SEMH teaching assistant role. <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>