Behaviour Support Assistant – Primary – Barking & Dagenham £100–£115 per day | Full-Time | Long-Term | Start After October Half Term | Dagenham Axcis Education is recruiting a calm, confident and relationship-focused Behaviour Support Assistant to join a primary school in Dagenham from after the October half term. This is a full-time, long-term role supporting pupils who may struggle with emotional regulation, challenging behaviour, SEMH and engagement with learning. You’ll work closely with individual children and small groups, helping them understand their emotions, manage difficult moments and successfully re-engage with classroom learning. The school is looking for someone who can offer consistency without confrontation — building strong relationships with pupils while maintaining clear boundaries, routines and expectations. About the Role - Supporting primary-aged pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs - Providing 1:1, small-group and classroom-based support - Helping pupils recognise triggers and develop strategies for emotional regulation - Supporting children during periods of dysregulation, frustration or challenging behaviour - Using positive reinforcement, clear boundaries and consistent routines - Helping pupils return positively to learning following difficult moments - Supporting classroom activities and targeted interventions - Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and pastoral/SEND team - Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, resilience and independence About You We would particularly like to hear from candidates who: - Have previous experience as a Behaviour Support Assistant, SEMH TA, SEND TA, LSA or similar - Have supported children with challenging behaviour or emotional regulation needs - Understand that behaviour is often a form of communication - Can remain calm and professional when situations become challenging - Are confident setting clear, consistent boundaries - Can build positive relationships without becoming overly familiar - Are patient, resilient and comfortable using initiative - Can commit to a full-time, long-term role from after October half term A CACHE Level 2 or Level 3 qualification would be desirable, but strong practical behaviour or SEND experience is equally valuable. The School & Location The role is based within a welcoming primary school in Dagenham, with good transport links from Barking, Chadwell Heath, Ilford, Romford and surrounding East London areas. This would be a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children who may need a little more time, structure and consistency from the adults around them to achieve their potential. Apply Today If you have strong behaviour or SEMH experience and are looking for a long-term primary role starting after October half term, we would love to hear from you.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Max Anastasiou on 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1069.<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> Max Anastasiou&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1069</strong></strong>