SEMH Teaching Assistant – Primary SEND School Location: Bournemouth, Dorset Start Date: June 2026 Hours: Full-Time, Term Time Only (Monday to Friday, 08:30–15:30) Pay: £90–£100 per day (dependent on experience) We are working in partnership with a specialist primary SEND school in Bournemouth that is seeking an experienced and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team from June 2026. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive setting ahead of the new academic year, allowing you to build strong relationships with pupils and staff early on. You will support primary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, providing both 1:1 and small group support to help them regulate emotions, develop positive behaviours, and re-engage with learning in a structured, nurturing environment. The school particularly welcomes candidates with backgrounds in sports coaching, mentoring, youth work, or behaviour support, where consistency, routine, and positive role modelling are key. Key Responsibilities Provide targeted 1:1 and small group SEMH support Support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour management, and engagement Implement positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques Assist with classroom learning, interventions, and structured activities Build strong, consistent relationships with pupils who may present challenging behaviour Work collaboratively with class teachers, SENDCo, and pastoral teams Support pupils during transitions, breaktimes, and unstructured periods Candidate Requirements Experience supporting children with SEMH, SEND, ASC, or behavioural needs Calm, patient, and resilient approach Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team Background in sport, coaching, mentoring, or youth work (desirable) Willingness to undertake training and adhere to safeguarding procedures Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply Why Apply? Competitive daily rate of £90–£100 per day Long-term opportunity starting June 2026, with potential to continue into the new academic year Supportive and well-established primary SEND school environment Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful impact on pupils’ development If you are an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant, SEND TA, or Behaviour Support Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a Bournemouth primary setting, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to secure your June 2026 start. INDDEV<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Alex Holt on 01392 949022 | Ext: 6001.<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> Alex Holt&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01392 949022 | Ext: 6001</strong></strong>