SEMH Teaching Assistant – Secondary PRU | From £94/day | Barking & Dagenham | September Start | Full Time | Long Term Supply Axcis are working with a supportive and specialist Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Barking & Dagenham to recruit a confident and resilient Teaching Assistant to join their KS4 team from September. This provision supports students aged 14–16 who are unable to access mainstream education, many of whom have social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH). Located just a short walk from Barking Station, the school also offers free on-site parking for staff. The setting prides itself on creating a calm, therapeutic environment where relationships are at the heart of everything they do. With a strong behaviour support team and consistent structures in place, the school is committed to helping each pupil reach their personal and academic potential. The school was recently praised by Ofsted for its strong leadership and clear vision for inclusion. In this role, you will: • Provide 1:1 or small group support for students aged 14–16 with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour. • Use de-escalation strategies and trauma-informed practice to build trust and encourage positive engagement. • Support students both in class and in structured interventions, helping with emotional regulation, attendance, and progress. • Work closely with teaching staff, pastoral leads, and therapists to deliver consistent, relational support. • Model boundaries and routines, encouraging self-confidence and motivation in preparation for post-16 transitions. What we’re looking for: • Previous experience supporting secondary-aged students with SEMH or behavioural needs. • A confident, patient, and emotionally intelligent approach to building relationships with vulnerable young people. • Experience working in a PRU, AP, mainstream school, or youth support environment. • A commitment to safeguarding and consistency in practice — reliability and calm under pressure are essential. If you want to make a lasting impact with pupils who need a fresh start, this could be the perfect opportunity.<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>