Teaching Assistant for Student with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health Needs Position: Teaching Assistant Location: Primary School Contract Type: Full time Hours: 8.15 am- 16.00 pm Salary: £95 day rate About Us: Axcis is working with a Primary School located in South Croydon, it is a welcoming and inclusive environment dedicated to supporting the diverse needs of our students. The school works with children aged 4 to 11 years and are committed to fostering their academic, social, and emotional development. Role Overview: We are seeking a dedicated teaching assistant to provide specialised support for a student with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. This role is vital in helping the student navigate daily challenges and enhance their overall school experience. You will work closely with the classroom teacher to create an environment where the student feels safe, understood, and engaged. In this position, your responsibilities will include: Personalised Support: Collaborate with the teacher to develop and implement individualised learning plans that address the student’s unique emotional and academic needs. You will be working in a 1:1 environment with the student. Behaviour Management: Utilize positive behaviour support strategies to help the student manage their emotions and behaviours, fostering a sense of self-regulation and resilience. Social Skills Development: Assist the student in building social skills through structured activities and peer interactions, helping the student practice essential communication skills. Collaboration: Work closely with other staff members, including special education professionals and therapists, to ensure a comprehensive approach to the student’s needs. Requirements: • Experience working with students who exhibit social, emotional, and mental health challenges is preferred. • Understanding of strategies to support students’ well-being and academic success. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • A compassionate and patient approach to supporting vulnerable learners. What We Offer: • A supportive and collaborative team environment focused on professional growth. • Access to training and development opportunities specifically related to SEMH needs. • The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our students. INDLON <br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact Hannah Bassett on 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1066 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> Hannah Bassett&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1066</strong></strong>