Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant – SEMH / PRU – Barking & Dagenham £100–£115 per day | Full-Time | Long-Term | Barking & Dagenham Axcis Education is looking for a confident and resilient Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to work within a secondary setting in Barking & Dagenham, supporting pupils with SEMH, challenging behaviour and emotional regulation needs. This role would suit someone with experience in a PRU, alternative provision, youth work, mentoring, residential care, behaviour support or SEND setting. The school is looking for someone who can build strong relationships with pupils, maintain clear boundaries and stay calm when behaviour becomes challenging. You do not need to have worked in a traditional classroom for years to be considered. Candidates with the right personality, behaviour instincts and experience supporting vulnerable young people are strongly encouraged to apply. About the Role • Supporting pupils across KS3 and KS4 with SEMH and behavioural needs • Providing 1:1 and small-group support • Helping pupils manage dysregulation, frustration and challenging behaviour • Using calm, consistent strategies to help students re-engage with learning • Supporting pupils who may have experienced exclusion, disrupted education or difficulties within mainstream settings • Working closely with teachers, pastoral staff and the wider behaviour team • Promoting positive choices, independence and improved engagement About You We would particularly like to hear from candidates who: • Have experience supporting young people with SEMH or challenging behaviour • Are confident setting clear boundaries and expectations • Can remain calm and professional during difficult situations • Understand that behaviour is often a form of communication • Can build relationships without becoming overly familiar • Have experience in PRUs, alternative provision, youth work, mentoring, care, sports coaching or behaviour support • Can commit to a full-time, long-term role Location The role is based in Barking & Dagenham, with strong transport links from Barking, Dagenham, Romford, Ilford, Newham and surrounding East London areas. Apply Today If you are someone who can combine strong boundaries with a calm, approachable personality, this could be an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career within SEND and alternative education. INDLON<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>