Details:
- Salary: £92.63 - 95 - Day
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: BS3 Bristol City of Bristol
- Date: 4 days ago
Description:
Axcis Education is seeking a resilient and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Bedminster, Bristol for the full academic year starting in September. This rewarding role focuses on supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them feel safe, supported and fully engaged in school life.
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About the Role
As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:
• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
• Use behaviour management and de-escalation strategies to support emotional regulation
• Work closely with class teachers and the SEN team to maintain a structured and nurturing environment
• Encourage pupils to engage positively with learning and develop healthy relationships
• Promote independence, resilience and self-confidence
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The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
• Has experience supporting children with SEMH, behavioural needs or SEND (highly desirable)
• Remains calm, patient and proactive in challenging situations
• Has strong communication and behaviour management skills
• Works effectively as part of a team and prioritises safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
• Is passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning
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Why Join This School?
• Welcoming and inclusive school environment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• A staff team that values consistency, empathy and positive relationships
• A rewarding opportunity to make a long-term impact throughout the academic year
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Key Details
• Role: SEMH Teaching Assistant (Primary)
• Location: Bedminster, Bristol
• Start Date: September 2026
• Duration: Full academic year
• Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm (term-time only)
• Pay: £89–£95 per day (dependent on experience)
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Apply Today
If you’re passionate about supporting pupils with SEMH needs and want to build a meaningful career in education, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today with Axcis Education