Job Title: Teaching Assistant – SEMH & SEND SpecialistLocation: Poole, Dorset Start Date: December 2025 Pay: £90–£95 per day Hours: 08:30 – 16:00, Monday to Friday (term time only) Are you an experienced SEND or SEMH specialist Teaching Assistant ready to make a real difference this December? An outstanding specialist school in Poole is looking for a compassionate, resilient, and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their highly supportive and forward-thinking team. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work in a nurturing setting with small class sizes (8–10 pupils), ensuring every child receives the individual attention and care they deserve. The school provides exceptional support to pupils with SEMH, ASC and ADHD, using a therapeutic, relationship-based approach that prioritises wellbeing, emotional development, and learning progress. This position would suit an experienced SEMH practitioner, a SEND specialist TA, or a graduate with a background in psychology or education who is passionate about behaviour and emotional support. Key Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH and ASC needs. Implement positive behaviour strategies and therapeutic interventions. Build trusted, supportive relationships that help pupils thrive. Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, and external specialists. Adapt learning materials and approaches to meet diverse needs. Track and celebrate progress, contributing to pupil development plans. What We’re Looking For: Experience supporting pupils with SEMH and/or SEND in an educational setting. Calm, patient, and emotionally intelligent approach to behaviour. Strong communication and teamwork skills. A reflective practitioner committed to professional growth. TA qualification or relevant training in SEMH or behaviour support (desirable). Why Join This School? A truly outstanding SEND provision with a warm, collaborative ethos. Ongoing CPD and training in therapeutic and trauma-informed practice. Small classes, excellent facilities, and a focus on wellbeing. A chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people. If you’re passionate about supporting pupils to reach their potential and want to work in a setting where every day brings purpose and reward, we’d love to hear from you.
If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Alex Holt on 01392 949022 | Ext: 6001.
If you are not interested in this role 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 is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.
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. 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).
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.
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 position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.
Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.
View the disclaimer