Teaching Assistant - behaviour

Teaching Assistant – SEMH Support

We are delighted to be working with a Pupil Referral Unit in Blackburn, seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and challenging behaviours. This is a full‑time position, Monday to Friday 8.30–3.30, initially until Easter 2026, with potential for a permanent role for the right candidate.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting pupils with SEMH needs through 1‑1 and small group sessions.
• Using de‑escalation techniques and behaviour management strategies.
• Assisting with learning activities for students below age‑related expectations.
• Encouraging participation in extra‑curricular activities to foster engagement.

We are looking for someone who has:

• A minimum of 6 months professional or personal experience in a relevant field, or a certified qualification in an area such as education, psychology, drama, etc.
• A can‑do attitude and desire to make a difference with the children they support.
• 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. It is important that you are consistent, reliable and proactive and adept at building positive relationships.

Pay starts from £14 per hour, dependent on your skills and experience.

If you are interested, click the apply button and contact John Boddington on  | Ext: 3005.

If you are not interested but know someone else who might be,
don’t forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This position is temporary unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. As such, all staff are required to provide an up‑to‑date DBS or allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, together with other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines.

If the position involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short‑term and long‑term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the advertised position and be prepared to attend a face‑to‑face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability.

Contact: John Boddington

Telephone:  | Ext: 3005

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