Axcis Education is seeking a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant to join a specialist secondary school in West Bristol, supporting Key Stage 3 pupils with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs. This full-time role begins January 2026 and offers a highly rewarding opportunity to support young people who benefit from structure, consistency, and emotional support. ________________________________________ About the Role • Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, term-time only • Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs • Help students develop social skills, emotional regulation strategies and positive behaviour patterns • Work collaboratively with teachers and pastoral staff to maintain a safe and supportive learning environment • Support pupils with needs such as ADHD, attachment difficulties, anxiety and other additional challenges ________________________________________ The Ideal Candidate We welcome applicants who are: • Experienced in SEMH, behaviour support or SEND (desirable but not essential) • Resilient, patient and calm when managing challenging situations • Passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning • Skilled at building trusting, positive relationships with pupils and staff Pay Rates = £89-£95 per day (PAYE) ________________________________________ Why Join Axcis Education? • Work with the UK’s leading specialist SEND recruitment agency • Competitive pay and access to long-term, stable roles • A dedicated consultant offering ongoing support • Training, CPD and development opportunities to help you grow in your career ________________________________________ Apply Today This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people who need understanding, structure and compassion. If you have the resilience and passion to support pupils with SEMH, 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>