Position: SEMH Teaching Assistant Location: Teddington, Greater London Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:30?am?–?4:00?pm Salary: Paid to scale Role Overview We are seeking a dedicated SEM-EM (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) Teaching Assistant to support the delivery of a high-quality, inclusive curriculum for students with complex emotional and behavioural needs. Working closely with class teachers and senior staff, you will help create a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment. Key Responsibilities • Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils, reinforcing coping strategies and classroom routines. • Implement personalised behaviour-management plans and de-escalation techniques. • Assist in preparing and adapting learning resources to meet individual needs. • Record observations of pupil progress and contribute to SEMH reviews and IEP updates. • Foster positive relationships with students, families, and external agencies. • Uphold safeguarding policies and promote the well-being of every child. Essential Requirements • Relevant Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification in Education, Childcare, or Psychology. • Experience supporting children with SEMH challenges, preferably within a mainstream school setting. • Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. • Good organisational abilities and proficiency with basic ICT tools. • DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain). Desirable • Knowledge of CBT-based interventions and trauma-informed practice. • First-Aid certification. What We Offer • Competitive salary aligned with national scales. • Ongoing professional development and training in SEMH strategies. • Supportive team culture within a vibrant school community. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jake White on 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1068.<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> Jake White&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1068</strong></strong>