Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant – SEMH (Year 4) Location: Primary School, NW5 Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm Contract: Term-time (with potential for long-term/permanent opportunities) Start Date: ASAP About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to work full-time with pupils in Year 4 who have Special Educational Needs, with a particular focus on Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will play a vital role in supporting pupils both academically and emotionally, helping them to access learning, develop positive relationships, and regulate their behaviour in a nurturing and structured environment. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs Support emotional regulation, behaviour management, and social development Work closely with the class teacher, SENCo, and wider support staff Implement individual support strategies and behaviour plans Foster a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment Support pupils during lessons, transitions, and unstructured times The Ideal Candidate Will Have Experience working with children with SEN and/or SEMH needs (school or alternative provision experience desirable) A calm, patient, and resilient approach Strong communication and teamwork skills A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children An understanding of behaviour as communication Relevant training or qualifications (desirable but not essential) We Offer A supportive and welcoming primary school environment Consistent, full-time hours (8:30–4:30, Monday–Friday) Opportunities for professional development The chance to make a meaningful difference in a child’s life Safeguarding Statement This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jessica Flowerdew on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1061.<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> Jessica Flowerdew&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1061</strong></strong>