SEND Teaching Assistant – SEMH & Behaviour Support – Secondary School – Barking & Dagenham From £100 per day | Full-Time | Long-Term | Immediate / September Start Axcis are supporting a well-led secondary school in Barking & Dagenham who are seeking a confident and resilient SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEMH, ADHD and behaviour-related needs. The school has a strong pastoral structure, clear behaviour systems and a leadership team who understand the importance of consistency and positive relationships. This role would suit someone who is calm under pressure, confident setting boundaries and passionate about helping young people re-engage with education. The school is accessible by public transport and also has parking available for staff. About the Role You will be supporting pupils across KS3 and KS4 who may need additional help with emotional regulation, focus, confidence and behaviour. You will: • Support pupils with SEMH, ADHD and challenging behaviour in class and during interventions • Use de-escalation strategies and positive behaviour approaches • Build strong, trusting relationships with students who may be reluctant to engage • Support transitions, routines and unstructured parts of the school day • Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff and the SENCO • Encourage resilience, independence and positive learning habits What We’re Looking For • Experience supporting SEMH, ADHD or challenging behaviour • School, youth work, mentoring or sports coaching backgrounds considered • Calm, consistent and confident communication style • Ability to build rapport quickly while maintaining clear boundaries • Resilience, patience and a genuine interest in supporting vulnerable young people • Full-time availability This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants a meaningful role where relationship-building is at the heart of the work. If you are looking to make a real difference to pupils who need consistency, structure and encouragement, apply today to be considered.<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>