Location: Hillingdon, London (Near Hayes & Harlington Station) Hours: Monday–Friday | 8:30am – 4:00pm Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full-time | Long-term Daily Rate: Competitive SEMH Teaching Assistant – September Start Axcis Education is recruiting an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive mainstream secondary school in Hillingdon this September. The school has a strong sense of community, celebrates diversity, and offers modern, well-resourced facilities. This is an excellent opportunity to support students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them to thrive both academically and personally. The Role As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will: Support students with SEMH needs within a mainstream secondary setting. Help pupils access learning through positive behaviour support and structured interventions. Build positive relationships that promote confidence, resilience, and engagement. Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff, and the wider SEND team to ensure students receive the support they need. Key Responsibilities Provide support for students across KS3 and KS4 with SEMH needs. Manage and respond to challenging behaviour using effective behaviour management strategies. Create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment. Encourage positive engagement and participation in lessons. Work collaboratively with teaching staff and pastoral teams to support student progress. Requirements We are looking for someone who: Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (essential). Has previous experience supporting students with SEMH within a mainstream secondary school. Demonstrates strong behaviour management skills. Is patient, resilient, and proactive. Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Is available to work full-time, Monday to Friday (8:30am – 4:00pm). About the School This is a supportive and inclusive secondary school with a strong commitment to student wellbeing and achievement. Staff work collaboratively to create a positive learning environment where every student is encouraged to succeed. Conveniently located near Hayes & Harlington Station, the school benefits from excellent transport links. Why Apply? September 2026 start. Long-term, full-time opportunity. Join a welcoming and supportive school community. Work in a modern, well-resourced secondary school. Make a meaningful impact on the education and wellbeing of young people with SEMH needs.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Meryl McArthur on 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1064.<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> Meryl McArthur&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1064</strong></strong>