Teaching Assistant (SEMH / Behaviour Support) Secondary School – Barnet Position: Teaching Assistant (Specialising in SEMH and Behavioural Support) Location: Barnet, North London Contract: Full-Time (Term Time Only) Salary: £93-£95 per day Start Date: Immediate / As Soon As Possible About the School: We are a thriving secondary school based in Barnet, dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students. We are currently looking for a committed and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our team, with experience in managing challenging behaviour and working with pupils who have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The Role: In this role, you will: Work closely with students who need extra behavioural and emotional support, offering both 1:1 and small group assistance. Implement personalised strategies to help students overcome barriers to learning and improve their social skills. Assist teachers in delivering lessons and maintaining a calm, positive atmosphere within the classroom. Support students’ emotional well-being, helping them manage their emotions and build positive relationships. Collaborate with teaching staff and the SEN team to develop tailored support plans for individual students. The Ideal Candidate: This role will suit someone who thrives on working with young people with challenging behaviour while being a positive role model We are seeking someone who has: -Proven experience working with students who have SEMH needs or exhibit challenging behaviour. -A good understanding of behaviour management techniques and approaches to support emotional regulation. -Patience, resilience, and empathy, with the ability to motivate and build trust with young people. -Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team. -A genuine commitment to improving the educational outcomes of vulnerable students. What We Offer You: A welcoming school community with a strong focus on staff well-being. Ongoing training and development opportunities to help you grow in your role. The opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of students who need your support. A competitive salary based on your experience. How to Apply: If you have the skills and passion to support students with SEMH needs and help them thrive, we’d love to hear from you. Email jessicaf@axcis.co.uk INDLON<br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact Jessica Flowerdew on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1061 and click on the apply button.<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;150 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.<br /><br />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 />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>