Description
November 2026 Start • Full-time • Term-time Only • 9:00am–4:00pm
Are you looking for a rewarding Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant or SEMH Teaching Assistant role in Bristol?
Axcis Education is recruiting on behalf of a specialist Alternative Provision in Brislington, Bristol, seeking resilient, proactive and passionate Teaching Assistants to join their team from November 2026 for a long-term placement through to the end of the academic year.
This specialist setting supports Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students who are unable to access mainstream education due to Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, behavioural challenges and other additional needs. The provision takes a trauma-informed approach, focusing on building positive relationships, improving emotional wellbeing and helping pupils develop the confidence and skills needed for life beyond education.
This opportunity is particularly well suited to candidates with backgrounds in youth work, mentoring, behaviour support, sports coaching, residential care, children's services or SEND education.
About the Role
As a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant, you will:
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
• Support students to re-engage with education using positive behaviour management and trauma-informed approaches
• Build strong, consistent relationships as a trusted mentor and positive role model
• Help pupils develop emotional regulation, resilience, confidence and social skills
• Support learning both inside and outside the classroom in a flexible, structured environment
• Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff and external professionals to achieve the best outcomes for each learner
The Ideal Candidate
We're looking for someone who:
• Has experience supporting young people with SEMH, behavioural needs or SEND (education experience is desirable but not essential)
• Has a background in youth work, mentoring, coaching, residential care or behaviour support
• Is calm, patient and resilient when faced with challenging situations
• Can build positive, professional relationships with young people who need consistency and encouragement
• Is passionate about helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes
Why Apply?
• Join a specialist setting where relationships come before behaviour
• Work within a trauma-informed environment that prioritises wellbeing and personal development
• Be part of a dedicated and supportive team committed to changing young people's lives
• Enjoy a varied and rewarding role combining education, mentoring and youth work
• Secure a long-term placement through to the end of the academic year
• Receive ongoing support and professional development through Axcis Education
Key Details
• Role: Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant
• Location: Brislington, Bristol
• Setting: Alternative Provision (KS3 & KS4)
• Start Date: November 2026
• Duration: Long-term to the end of the academic year
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am–4:00pm (term-time only)
Apply Today
If you're looking for a rewarding Teaching Assistant, Learning Mentor, Behaviour Support or Youth Worker role in Bristol and want to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people with SEMH needs, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with Axcis Education and help shape brighter futures for young people who need your support.
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Are you looking for a rewarding Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant or SEMH Teaching Assistant role in Bristol?
Axcis Education is recruiting on behalf of a specialist Alternative Provision in Brislington, Bristol, seeking resilient, proactive and passionate Teaching Assistants to join their team from November 2026 for a long-term placement through to the end of the academic year.
This specialist setting supports Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students who are unable to access mainstream education due to Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, behavioural challenges and other additional needs. The provision takes a trauma-informed approach, focusing on building positive relationships, improving emotional wellbeing and helping pupils develop the confidence and skills needed for life beyond education.
This opportunity is particularly well suited to candidates with backgrounds in youth work, mentoring, behaviour support, sports coaching, residential care, children's services or SEND education.
About the Role
As a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant, you will:
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
• Support students to re-engage with education using positive behaviour management and trauma-informed approaches
• Build strong, consistent relationships as a trusted mentor and positive role model
• Help pupils develop emotional regulation, resilience, confidence and social skills
• Support learning both inside and outside the classroom in a flexible, structured environment
• Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff and external professionals to achieve the best outcomes for each learner
The Ideal Candidate
We're looking for someone who:
• Has experience supporting young people with SEMH, behavioural needs or SEND (education experience is desirable but not essential)
• Has a background in youth work, mentoring, coaching, residential care or behaviour support
• Is calm, patient and resilient when faced with challenging situations
• Can build positive, professional relationships with young people who need consistency and encouragement
• Is passionate about helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes
Why Apply?
• Join a specialist setting where relationships come before behaviour
• Work within a trauma-informed environment that prioritises wellbeing and personal development
• Be part of a dedicated and supportive team committed to changing young people's lives
• Enjoy a varied and rewarding role combining education, mentoring and youth work
• Secure a long-term placement through to the end of the academic year
• Receive ongoing support and professional development through Axcis Education
Key Details
• Role: Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant
• Location: Brislington, Bristol
• Setting: Alternative Provision (KS3 & KS4)
• Start Date: November 2026
• Duration: Long-term to the end of the academic year
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am–4:00pm (term-time only)
Apply Today
If you're looking for a rewarding Teaching Assistant, Learning Mentor, Behaviour Support or Youth Worker role in Bristol and want to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people with SEMH needs, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with Axcis Education and help shape brighter futures for young people who need your support.
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