Passionate About Supporting Primary Pupils with SEMH & Communication Needs? Join Axcis Education! Position: SEMH / ASD Specialist Teaching Assistant Location: Primary Schools – Salford & Greater Manchester Type: Full-Time / Part-Time Sector: SEND / SEMH / ASD Support
Axcis Education is seeking dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Autism (ASD) in mainstream and specialist primary schools across Salford and Greater Manchester. You’ll play a vital role in supporting both academic and emotional development through a combination of 1:1 support, small group interventions, and in-class assistance.
About the Role
You’ll work closely with teachers, SENDCO and pastoral teams to help children feel safe, regulated and ready to learn. Your Responsibilities Will Include:
* Providing 1:1 support for pupils with EHCPs
* Leading or supporting small group interventions focused on emotional literacy, social skills, and behaviour
* Zones of Regulation interventions
* Emotional Coaching
* Nurture Groups intervention
* Social Stories intervention
* Applying the PACE approach (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy)
* Assisting in the creation and review of Individual Behaviour Support Plans (IBSPs)
* Using de-escalation techniques (e.g., Team Teach, PBS, or Proactive Approaches+)
* Encouraging positive peer interactions and building social communication skills
* Promoting emotional regulation and resilience through consistency and structured routines
* Contributing to the development and review of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
* Working collaboratively with class teachers, SENCOs and external professionals (e.g. Educational Psychologists, CAMHS)
About Our Partner Primary Schools
Our schools are dedicated to creating supportive, nurturing, and inclusive environments that prioritise emotional wellbeing alongside academic success. They value:
* Emotionally safe classrooms
* Whole-child approaches to teaching and learning
* Strong partnerships with families and external agencies
* Consistent, caring routines and trauma-informed practice
* A focus on positive relationships and child-led learning
* A broad range of pastoral and enrichment activities
We’re Looking for Candidates Who:
Have 2+ years’ experience supporting children with ASD, SEMH or behaviour that challenges. Hold a current Team Teach or equivalent de-escalation qualification (or be willing to re-train). Understand and apply trauma-informed strategies, including ACEs and emotional coaching. Demonstrate a calm, patient and compassionate approach. Can build strong, trusting relationships with children, staff and families.
Why Work with Axcis?
Axcis offers excellent training opportunities for all Teaching Assistants, including CPD training sessions on Autism Awareness, Team Teach, Behaviour Management and Non-verbal Communication. Many of our consultants are ex-teachers or support staff with SEND experience, giving Axcis unparalleled knowledge of the sector. At Axcis you will have a professional consultant who will be your personal point of contact throughout your time working for us. Providing support advice and guidance on your role and suggestions for professional development.
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. 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.
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