SEMH Teaching Assistant – Exeter Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you want to work in a setting where every child’s safety, wellbeing and progress are the highest priority? We are seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist provision in the Exeter area, supporting pupils aged 5–18. About the role As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, pastoral staff and senior leaders to support pupils both academically and emotionally. You will play a key role in building positive relationships and helping students develop confidence, resilience and coping strategies. Your responsibilities may include: • Providing 1:1 and small group support • Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour strategies • Assisting with personalised learning plans • Promoting a calm, safe and structured environment • Encouraging independence and positive decision-making This is a highly rewarding role where patience, consistency and empathy are essential. About the school This specialist setting provides education and care for pupils aged 5–18 with SEMH needs. The school is firmly committed to safeguarding, with the child at the centre of everything they do. The provision offers: • A strong safeguarding culture • A nurturing and therapeutic approach • Individualised support for every pupil • A collaborative and supportive staff team The focus is on helping each young person feel safe, understood and empowered to achieve their potential. The ideal candidate will be: • Calm, resilient and compassionate • Confident working with children and young people aged 5–18 • Skilled in building positive professional relationships • A clear communicator and reliable team member • Passionate about safeguarding and student wellbeing Experience working with SEMH, behavioural support, youth work, care settings or alternative provision is desirable but not essential. Key information Pay: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience) Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm Start date: ASAP Location: Exeter If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in a specialist SEMH setting where every child comes first, apply today to be considered for this opportunity. INDDEV <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Madeline Taylor-Edwards on 01392 949 022 .<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> Madeline Taylor-Edwards&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01392 949 022 </strong></strong>