SEND Teaching Assistant – SEMH & Behaviour Support – Primary School – Barking & Dagenham From £100 per day | Full-Time | Long-Term | September Start Axcis are supporting a well-led and inclusive primary school in Barking & Dagenham who are seeking a confident and resilient SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEMH, emotional regulation needs and behaviour-related barriers to learning. The school has a strong pastoral approach, with clear routines, visible leadership and a staff team who understand the importance of consistency and positive relationships. This role would suit someone who is calm under pressure, confident supporting behaviour and able to build trust with children who may need additional emotional support to feel settled and ready to learn. The school is accessible by local transport routes and offers parking for staff where available. About the Role You will be supporting pupils across the primary phase who require additional help with behaviour, engagement, confidence and emotional regulation. Some support may be delivered 1:1, while other parts of the role may involve small-group or classroom-based support. You will: • Support pupils with SEMH needs and behaviour-related challenges • Use positive behaviour strategies, consistency and calm communication • Help pupils regulate emotions and re-engage with learning • Support transitions, routines and unstructured parts of the school day • Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and staff • Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and pastoral team to support individual plans What We’re Looking For • Experience supporting children with SEMH, challenging behaviour or additional needs • A calm, patient and resilient approach • Confidence setting boundaries while remaining supportive and approachable • Strong relationship-building and communication skills • Ability to remain consistent in a busy school environment • Full-time availability and commitment to a long-term role This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who wants to make a visible difference to pupils who need structure, encouragement and a consistent adult in school. If you are passionate about behaviour support and helping children rebuild confidence in learning, apply today to be considered for this long-term role in Barking & Dagenham. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Max Anastasiou on 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1069.<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> Max Anastasiou&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1069</strong></strong>