SEND Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Behaviour Support – Harrow Location: Harrow, North West London Start Date: September 2025 Salary: £89+per day (depending on experience) Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm (Term Time Only) Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term Agency: Axcis Education – Specialists in SEND Recruitment The Role: Axcis Education is working in partnership with a mainstream primary school in Harrow to appoint a resilient and skilled SEND Teaching Assistant to work 1:1 with a Key Stage 2 pupil presenting with challenging behaviour. This is a full-time role starting in September 2025, ideal for someone with experience in behaviour management and a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young learners. The school has a supportive SEN team and is committed to providing consistent, nurturing support to children with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs. Responsibilities: Provide full-time 1:1 support for a KS2 pupil with behavioural and emotional regulation needs Implement strategies outlined in the pupil’s Behaviour Support Plan (BSP) and Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) Use de-escalation techniques, praise, and positive reinforcement to manage behaviour Maintain clear boundaries and provide structure and consistency throughout the day Build a trusting relationship with the pupil to support learning, regulation, and wellbeing Monitor and report on behaviour incidents, triggers, and progress using school systems Liaise regularly with the SENCO, class teacher, parents, and external professionals Promote self-esteem, independence, and resilience through tailored interventions Support the child both inside and outside of the classroom, including at break times About the School: Inclusive, well-led primary school with a strong focus on pastoral care Committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for all pupils Access to behaviour mentors, counsellors, and regular CPD for support staff Easily accessible by local transport (Bakerloo Line, National Rail, and bus routes) Ideal Candidate Profile: Experience supporting children with challenging behaviour, SEMH, or trauma-informed approaches Calm, consistent, and confident under pressure Knowledge of strategies such as Zones of Regulation, emotion coaching, Team Teach, or PACE Comfortable working independently with 1:1 pupils while taking direction from the class teacher and SENCO Excellent communication and teamwork skills Willingness to engage in reflective practice and adapt approaches based on feedback Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one Desirable but Not Essential: Training in Team Teach or MAPA (Positive Handling) Psychology, counselling, or youth work background NVQ Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning or Health and Social Care Familiarity with safeguarding procedures and trauma-informed care Why Choose Axcis Education? The UK's leading SEND recruitment agency Specialist consultants who understand your local area and needs Access to free CPD including behaviour management, safeguarding, and SEND strategies Long-term opportunities with pathways to permanent roles INDLON<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Patrick Kay on 020 7580 2956.<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> Patrick Kay&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956</strong></strong>