Full-time • Term-time Only • Full Academic Year Pay: £92.63–£97.00 per day Axcis Education is proud to be working with a specialist Alternative Learning Provision in Redcliffe, Bristol, to recruit a full-time Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant for the full academic year starting in September. This unique setting supports Key Stage 4 pupils who are unable to access mainstream education due to Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs or behavioural challenges. The provision takes a trauma-informed approach, helping young people rebuild confidence, re-engage with learning and develop the practical skills they need for life beyond school. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with experience in youth work, mentoring, sports coaching, behaviour support or alternative education who are passionate about making a lasting difference. ________________________________________ About the Role As a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant, you will: • Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs • Build positive, trusting relationships with young people using a trauma-informed approach • Support learners both in the classroom and during vocational and workplace placement activities • Help pupils develop emotional regulation, resilience and positive behaviour strategies • Encourage engagement with education while preparing students for employment, further education and independent living • Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff and external agencies to provide consistent support ________________________________________ The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who: • Has experience working with young people with SEMH or behavioural needs (education experience is desirable but not essential) • Has a background in youth work, mentoring, coaching, residential care or alternative provision • Is calm, resilient and confident in building relationships with vulnerable young people • Understands or is keen to develop their knowledge of trauma-informed practice • Is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers and achieve positive outcomes ________________________________________ Why Join This Provision? • Work in a specialist alternative setting where relationships are at the heart of learning • Join a team committed to trauma-informed education and positive behaviour support • Help prepare young people for life after education through vocational learning and workplace experiences • A varied role that feels more like mentoring and youth work than a traditional classroom • Ongoing support and professional development through Axcis Education ________________________________________ Key Details • Role: Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant • Location: Redcliffe, Bristol • Start Date: September 2026 • Duration: Full academic year • Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, term-time only • Pay: £92.63–£97.00 per day ________________________________________ Apply Today If you're passionate about supporting young people who need a different approach to education and are looking for a rewarding role where you can genuinely change lives, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with Axcis Education! INDBRI <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Dan Davey on 0117 4722400 | Ext: 2003.<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> Dan Davey&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0117 4722400 | Ext: 2003</strong></strong>