Axcis Education is seeking a resilient and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Bedminster, Bristol for the full academic year starting in September. This rewarding role focuses on supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them feel safe, supported and fully engaged in school life. ________________________________________ About the Role As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will: • Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs • Use behaviour management and de-escalation strategies to support emotional regulation • Work closely with class teachers and the SEN team to maintain a structured and nurturing environment • Encourage pupils to engage positively with learning and develop healthy relationships • Promote independence, resilience and self-confidence ________________________________________ The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who: • Has experience supporting children with SEMH, behavioural needs or SEND (highly desirable) • Remains calm, patient and proactive in challenging situations • Has strong communication and behaviour management skills • Works effectively as part of a team and prioritises safeguarding and pupil wellbeing • Is passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning ________________________________________ Why Join This School? • Welcoming and inclusive school environment • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities • A staff team that values consistency, empathy and positive relationships • A rewarding opportunity to make a long-term impact throughout the academic year ________________________________________ Key Details • Role: SEMH Teaching Assistant (Primary) • Location: Bedminster, Bristol • Start Date: September 2026 • Duration: Full academic year • Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm (term-time only) • Pay: £89–£95 per day (dependent on experience) ________________________________________ Apply Today If you’re passionate about supporting pupils with SEMH needs and want to build a meaningful career in education, 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>