SEND Teaching Assistant – Primary School
•	Location: Wandsworth, Clapham Junction 

•	Start Date: ASAP

•	Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:45 – 16:00

We’re looking for a caring and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a friendly specialist primary school in Wandsworth.

You’ll be supporting primary-aged children with extra needs, including SLD, PMLD, and ASD.


What you'll be doing:
•	Helping in the classroom and giving students 1-to-1 support.

•	Encouraging kids to build their independence and everyday skills.

•	Helping with personal care.

•	Working alongside teachers to create a warm, supportive learning environment.

What we're looking for:
•	Friendly, patient, and easy-going – with a real passion for helping kids thrive.

•	Experience as an SEN TA, support worker, or care assistant is a big plus (though a great attitude is what matters most!).

•	Comfortable helping with personal care.

•	An enhanced DBS check (or happy to get one sorted).




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SEMH & Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant – Secondary School

Location: Warrington
Start Date: Late November / December 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term | Term-Time Only
Hours: Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 3:30pm

SEMH & Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant Required – November/December Starts

Are you passionate about supporting young people who face barriers to learning? Do you have the patience, resilience and empathy to help students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs develop their confidence, manage their emotions and reach their full potential?

We are currently recruiting a dedicated and resilient SEMH & Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Warrington, with a long-term opportunity available from late November and December 2026.

The school is committed to supporting students with a range of social, emotional and behavioural needs, providing a structured and supportive environment where young people can develop both academically and personally.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building positive relationships, understands the importance of consistency and wants to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people.

Whether your experience comes from mainstream education, specialist SEND settings, alternative provision, residential care or youth work, we would love to hear from you.

The Role

As an SEMH & Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students who require additional emotional, social and behavioural support, helping them overcome barriers to learning and engage positively with school life.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for students with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Building positive, trusting relationships that promote confidence, resilience and emotional wellbeing.
• Supporting students with emotional regulation through positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Helping students manage challenging situations and develop positive coping mechanisms.
• Encouraging engagement, independence and participation within lessons and across the wider school.
• Supporting individual education plans, behaviour support plans and personalised interventions.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SEND staff and pastoral teams to support student progress.
• Promoting positive behaviour, boundaries and appropriate social interactions.

Helping maintain a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment.

Every day will provide an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by helping young people overcome challenges, develop positive behaviours and build the skills they need for their future.

What We're Looking For

• We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour or additional learning needs.
• Experience within schools, alternative provision, SEND settings, residential care, youth work, mentoring or similar environments would be highly beneficial.

You will ideally be:

• Calm, patient and emotionally resilient.
• Confident managing challenging behaviour and supporting emotional regulation.
• Skilled at building positive relationships with young people.
• Consistent, approachable and able to act as a positive role model.
• Understanding of the challenges faced by young people with SEMH needs.
• Confident working independently and as part of a wider school team.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
• Knowledge of behaviour management strategies, trauma-informed practice, restorative approaches or de-escalation techniques would be advantageous but is not essential.

Most importantly, we are looking for someone with the right attitude, a genuine passion for supporting young people and the resilience to make a positive impact.

Why Join?

• Late November and December 2026 start opportunities.
• Full-time, long-term placement.
• Monday to Friday working hours – 8:30am to 3:30pm.
• Term-time-only working.
• Competitive weekly PAYE pay.
• Supportive and collaborative secondary school environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Valuable experience within SEMH, pastoral support and behaviour management.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced teaching and pastoral professionals.
• A rewarding role where your work can have a lasting impact on students' lives.

Apply Today!

If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can positively influence the lives of young people every day, we would love to hear from you.

Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Support Worker, Youth Worker, Mentor or someone with transferable experience supporting vulnerable young people, this could be an excellent opportunity.

Get in touch today to find out more and secure your start for late November or December 2026.

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Teaching Assistant

Youth Mental Health School Support Worker
Location: Fishponds, Bristol
Pay: £14.25 per hour
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm
Start: Immediate
Contract: Opportunity to become permanent after an initial 16-week settling-in period.
Want a career where your personality can make a real difference?
Axcis Education is recruiting a compassionate, resilient and enthusiastic Youth Mental Health School Support Worker to support young people aged 11–16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a specialist alternative provision setting in Bristol.
This is more than a Teaching Assistant role. It's an opportunity to help vulnerable young people rebuild confidence, develop positive relationships and rediscover their enjoyment of learning.
A unique learning environment
You'll be joining a small, supportive education community focused on breaking down barriers and building futures. The setting offers personalised learning journeys, combining academic and vocational opportunities to help young people overcome challenges and progress towards mainstream education, specialist provision or college.
The school's most recent Ofsted inspection in September 2024 recognised its Good provision across all four graded areas, including quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management.
Who are we looking for?
We're more interested in who you are than what qualifications or experience you have.
You could be:
•	An experienced Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant.
•	A youth worker or mental health support worker.
•	A sports coach who knows how to motivate young people.
•	A support worker with experience supporting vulnerable individuals.
•	Someone local with the patience, empathy and determination to make a difference.
Above all, you must be approachable, emotionally resilient, consistent and passionate about helping young people succeed.
What's on offer?
•	£14.25 per hour.
•	Full-time, weekday working hours.
•	Immediate start.
•	Potential permanent position after 16 weeks.
•	Rewarding work where relationships really matter.
Ready to make a difference?
Apply today to be considered for this Youth Mental Health School Support Worker role in Bristol.

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Youth Mental Health Support Worker

Do you have a passion for supporting students who struggle to access a curriculum in a mainstream school? Do you have a passion for supporting students with SEND needs? We are looking for an Outreach Education Mentor to support students aged 9-16 on a 1:1 basis, ensuring they are well supported and have access to a bespoke curriculum, tailored to their needs.

Key Information:
•Salary ranges from £25,250-£32,756, depending on SEND experience and qualifications.
•Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.45am – 4:45pm 
•Position: Permanent (Temp to perm)
•Start Date: November 2026 (As Soon As Possible)

About the Role:
•Working alongside teachers and support staff, you will play a key role in helping students access learning, develop confidence, and engage positively with school life.
•You must be able to drive, as part of your role will be commuting between sites in and around Totnes.
•You must have an enthusiasm for supporting students with complex needs, who may struggle to self-regulate.

Your responsibilities will include:

•Supporting students with SEMH on a one-to-one basis and in small groups (Maths & English support)
•Assisting with classroom activities and learning tasks 
•Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional development 
•Helping to create a calm, structured, and nurturing environment 

About the School

•The school supports students aged 9–16 whose needs cannot be met in mainstream education. 
•All pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) related to Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
•The school prides itself on providing a safe, inclusive environment where students are supported to thrive both academically and personally.

Who We’re Looking For:

We welcome applicants who are:
•Friendly, patient, and empathetic 
•Passionate about supporting young people 
•Confident communicators and team players 
•Motivated to make a real difference in students’ lives 
Previous experience is not essential. This role would suit graduates, youth workers, sports coaches, teaching assistants, or anyone with a genuine interest in working with young people.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and support young people to reach their potential, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this rewarding opportunity.

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Outreach Education Mentor 

Agency: Axcis Education
Pay: £93–£96 per day

Axcis Education is looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated teaching assistant to work in a welcoming primary school, supporting pupils with their learning, development, and day-to-day classroom activities.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about education who wants to make a positive difference in the lives of young learners.

As a teaching assistant, your responsibilities will include:
•	Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging lessons and classroom activities.
•	Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils.
•	Helping children develop their confidence, independence, and social skills.
•	Supporting pupils with additional learning needs where required.
•	Creating a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
•	Assisting with classroom management and maintaining pupils' wellbeing.

To be considered for this role, you must:
•	Have a valid Child and Adult DBS on the Update Service.
•	Have a genuine passion for working with children.
•	Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.
•	Be patient, reliable, proactive, and enthusiastic.
•	Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Previous experience working in a primary school or educational setting is desirable.

What We Offer:
•	£93–£96 per day, depending on experience and suitability.
•	The opportunity to gain valuable experience in a primary school setting.
•	Support from the Axcis Education team.
•	The chance to make a real difference to children's learning and development.

Teaching assistant

Location: Somerton
Pay: £92–£109 per day, depending on experience
Contract: Full-time, term-time | Long-term opportunity

We are looking for a passionate Forest School Leader to join a small specialist school in Somerton and develop its outdoor learning provision.

The school supports pupils in KS2 and KS3, many with autism, global developmental delay and associated behavioural needs. With a strong belief that every young person can reach their potential, the school combines academic learning with practical, creative and outdoor experiences.

The Role:

You will play an important part in creating engaging outdoor learning experiences that support pupils' confidence, independence and wider development.

Your role will include:

•	Planning and leading engaging Forest School and outdoor learning activities
•	Using the natural environment to develop practical skills, curiosity and confidence
•	Supporting pupils to develop independence, teamwork and emotional regulation
•	Adapting activities to meet individual SEND needs
•	Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils
•	Supporting positive behaviour and creating a safe, structured environment
•	Working alongside teachers and other professionals to link outdoor learning with wider curriculum goals
•	Helping develop the school's outdoor provision as it continues to grow

The school has a dedicated forest school/outdoor area, offering plenty of scope for someone who is enthusiastic about nature and wants to make the most of the environment.

About You:

You could be an experienced Forest School practitioner, outdoor educator or someone with a strong background in nature-based learning who is keen to bring their skills into specialist education.

We are looking for someone who is:

•	Passionate about outdoor learning and its benefits for young people
•	Creative, enthusiastic and confident leading practical activities
•	Patient and adaptable when working with pupils with additional needs
•	Skilled at building positive relationships and encouraging participation
•	Comfortable managing behaviour while maintaining a nurturing approach
•	Keen to work collaboratively within a small specialist team

Forest School qualifications or experience are highly desirable, alongside an interest in nature, plants, gardening or practical outdoor activities.

Why Join?

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and develop outdoor learning within a growing specialist school, rather than simply delivering an established programme.

You'll work with a small team supporting pupils' academic, social and emotional development, alongside professionals including speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, counsellors and Thrive practitioners.

If you're passionate about the outdoors and want to use it to help young people discover, grow and achieve, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to find out more.

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