Teaching Assistant – SEMH / Behaviour Support Location: Blackburn Contract: Full-time (8:45am-3:15 pm working hours) Salary: Competitive rate starting from £89 per day, dependant on experience Here at Axcis Education, we are seeking a dedicated full-time Teaching Assistant to work within a Pupil Referral Unit in Blackburn, supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and challenging behaviours. The school has small classroom sizes and there is a big focus on extra-curricular activities, with lots of opportunities to get involved with. The school is rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted! This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with backgrounds in: • Youth work or mentoring • The police or armed forces • Social care or community work • Or those with experience in special education or behaviour support As a Teaching Assistant, you will be required to act as a role model, conducting calm and respectful interactions. You will also be required to use de-escalation strategies and restorative approaches to build trust and resilience. This can be a very rewarding role and no two days will be the same. We are looking for somebody who has: • A minimum of 6 months professional or personal experience in a relevant field OR - a certified qualification in a relevant area- education, psychology, drama etc • A can-do attitude and desire to make a difference with the children they are supporting • Good communication and teamwork skills • An enhanced DBS check (we can guide you through this process if you do not already have one) Experience working with young people who have SEMH needs is desirable, but not essential — full training and ongoing professional development will be provided. Benefits of working for Axcis – • Free online training • Free Safeguarding Level 2 qualification • Flexibility • Competitive rates of pay If this role sounds like something you are keen to explore, please apply and we will be in contact as soon as possible! <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Joe Olver on 0151 459 9299 l Ext: 3035.<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> Joe Olver&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0151 459 9299 l Ext: 3035</strong></strong>