Behaviour Mentor / SEMH Teaching Assistant – Year 3 Location: East London Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only Start Date: September 2026 Axcis Education is seeking a resilient and nurturing Behaviour Mentor / SEMH Teaching Assistant to support a Year 3 pupil with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs within a supportive and inclusive junior school environment. The school prides itself on creating a safe, welcoming community where every child is valued and encouraged to achieve their full potential through its "Dream, Believe, Achieve" ethos. About the Role You will work closely with a pupil who requires additional support to manage emotions, build positive relationships and engage successfully in learning. The child can display challenging behaviours and benefits from consistent boundaries, positive reinforcement and a patient approach. Responsibilities will include: Providing 1:1 support throughout the school day. Implementing behaviour and emotional regulation strategies. Developing trust and positive relationships with the pupil. Supporting engagement in lessons and social situations. Working closely with teaching staff, parents and outside professionals. Promoting confidence, resilience and independence. The Ideal Candidate Experience working with children with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour. Strong behaviour management skills. Calm, approachable and emotionally resilient. Able to de-escalate situations effectively. Passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable pupils. Team player with excellent communication skills. What Axcis Offers Competitive rates of pay. Access to specialist SEND training. Dedicated consultant support. Opportunity to make a genuine impact on a child's education and wellbeing. An enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one is essential.<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>