Behaviour Support Assistant (1:1) – Primary School | NW5 | September Start Location: NW5, North London Hours: Full-Time | Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 4:30pm Contract: Term Time Only Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Are you calm under pressure, resilient, and passionate about helping children thrive? A primary school in NW5 is looking for a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with Autism. This rewarding role is ideal for someone who can build strong relationships, provide consistent support, and help a child feel safe, understood and ready to learn. The pupil can become overwhelmed at times, which may occasionally lead to distressed behaviours, including low-level physical behaviour. The successful candidate will be confident in remaining calm, using de-escalation strategies, and providing a firm but fair approach that helps the pupil regulate their emotions and return to learning. The Role Provide dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day. Build a trusting relationship that promotes confidence, independence and emotional wellbeing. Use positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques to support emotional regulation. Work closely with the class teacher, SENDCo and external professionals to deliver consistent support. Encourage engagement in learning, social interaction and daily routines. Record progress and contribute to behaviour and support plans where required. We're Looking For Someone Who Has experience supporting children with Autism or additional needs, either in a school or similar setting. Is calm, patient and resilient, even in challenging situations. Can provide clear boundaries with a firm, fair and nurturing approach. Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Works well as part of a team and is committed to inclusive education. Experience with behaviour support, Team Teach, MAPA, or other positive behaviour management training is beneficial but not essential. Why Join This School? Supportive leadership team and experienced SEND staff. Ongoing training and professional development. A welcoming and inclusive primary school community. Excellent opportunity for aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, therapists or behaviour specialists. The chance to make a genuine difference in a child's education and personal development every day. If you're looking for a rewarding role where your patience, consistency and positive approach can have a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all safeguarding and pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jessica Flowerdew on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1061.<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> Jessica Flowerdew&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1061</strong></strong>