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      <title>What to Do When Your Supply Placement Ends: A Guide for Supply Teachers, Teaching Assistants and Education Support Staff</title>
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&lt;p&gt;Whether your placement lasted one day, one week, one term or an entire academic year, its conclusion is an opportunity to reflect on what you achieved and prepare for what comes next.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Supply teachers, teaching assistants and education support staff regularly move between different schools, classrooms and contracts. Every placement can help you develop new skills, gain experience and strengthen your CV.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Taking a few practical steps before and after your placement ends can help you finish professionally, complete important administration and remain ready for your next opportunity.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p style="margin: 0;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Quick checklist:&lt;/strong&gt; Return school property, complete your timesheets, leave an appropriate handover, update your CV and availability, check your compliance documents and tell your teaching agency what you would like to do next.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;1. Finish your placement professionally&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;First impressions matter, but so do final impressions.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Before leaving your placement, make sure you have:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;returned your staff identification badge, keys or access fob&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;returned any laptops, tablets or classroom equipment you borrowed&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;removed personal information from any equipment, where appropriate&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;left classrooms, resources and work areas organised&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;completed any agreed marking or administrative tasks&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;thanked the staff you worked alongside&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Professionalism, reliability and consideration are qualities that schools remember. Finishing well may contribute to positive feedback, repeat bookings or future opportunities.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If the school asks you to return for another booking, let your consultant know. Bookings arranged through Axcis should be communicated through the appropriate Axcis process.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;2. Complete your timesheets and outstanding administration&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Before or shortly after your placement finishes, check that your timesheets have been completed and submitted correctly.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Make sure:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;the dates and working hours are accurate&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;any half days or additional agreed hours are recorded correctly&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;your timesheet has been submitted for approval&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;queries are raised while the relevant school staff are still available&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;your contact and payment information is current&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Schools may need to approve your timesheet before payment can be processed. Completing everything promptly helps reduce the risk of avoidable payment delays.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If you believe information is missing or you are unsure how to complete a timesheet, contact your consultant or the appropriate Axcis team before the submission deadline.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;3. Leave an appropriate handover&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If you worked in a longer-term role, you may be asked to leave a handover for the class teacher, support team or person taking over the placement.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Depending on your responsibilities, this might include:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;the work or curriculum content covered&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;tasks that remain outstanding&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;successful classroom routines&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;resources you used or prepared&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;agreed communication approaches&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;strategies already included in pupil support plans&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;relevant information about forthcoming activities or deadlines&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Keep the handover factual, relevant and professional. Do not include personal opinions, informal labels or confidential information that the recipient does not need.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Safeguarding concerns and significant incidents should already have been reported through the setting’s procedures. A handover document must never be used as a substitute for an immediate safeguarding report.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;4. Ask for appropriate feedback&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Where appropriate, ask the relevant school contact for constructive feedback about your placement.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;You might ask:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;What went particularly well?&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Were there any areas I could develop?&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Did the setting feel that my skills suited the role?&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Would the school be happy to have me return?&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Feedback can help you recognise strengths, identify useful training and understand which roles or settings may suit you in future.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If feedback is provided directly to Axcis, ask your consultant whether there are any points they can appropriately share with you.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;5. Update your CV while the experience is fresh&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;It is much easier to update your CV immediately after a placement than to remember the details several months later.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Consider adding:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;the type of school or education setting&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;the age groups or education phases you supported&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;relevant SEND experience&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;your classroom and curriculum responsibilities&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;communication approaches you used&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;behaviour support experience&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;interventions you delivered or supported&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;new systems, resources or technologies you used&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;training completed during the placement&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;specific achievements or additional responsibilities&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Keep the information factual and do not include identifiable or confidential details about pupils.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Rather than listing only general duties, explain the support you provided and the skills you developed. Our guide to &lt;a style="color: #56647d; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-color: #ef4d77; text-decoration-thickness: 2px; text-underline-offset: 3px;" href="/blog/articles/2025/05/27/what-schools-actually-notice-on-send-cvs/"&gt;what schools actually notice on SEND CVs&lt;/a&gt; provides further practical advice.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;6. Tell your consultant when you are available&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Do not wait until you need a new placement before updating your consultant.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As soon as you know your availability, tell them:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;which days you can work&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;when your current placement ends&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;whether you want daily supply, short-term, long-term or permanent work&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;whether you are looking for full-time or part-time opportunities&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;the locations you can realistically reach&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;the age groups and education settings you prefer&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;whether your role preferences have changed&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Current information helps your consultant understand which opportunities may be suitable for you. It does not guarantee an immediate placement, but it means you can be considered using accurate details.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Already registered with Axcis? Update the Axcis App&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Registered Axcis candidates can use the Axcis App to manage important information connected to their education work.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Depending on your candidate and placement status, you can use the app to:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;update your availability&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;view upcoming bookings&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;manage timesheet information&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;upload requested documents&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;search for education jobs&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;receive messages and notifications from Axcis&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Keeping your availability current is one of the simplest ways to help your consultant understand when you can work.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If you have not used the app before, read our &lt;a style="color: #56647d; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-color: #ef4d77; text-decoration-thickness: 2px; text-underline-offset: 3px;" href="/blog/articles/2022/05/11/the-axcis-app-a-practical-guide-for-candidates/"&gt;practical guide to the Axcis App&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Do not rely only on an app update if your availability changes at short notice or you need to discuss a confirmed booking. Contact your consultant directly in those situations.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;7. Check your compliance information&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Being ready for another placement depends on your candidate and compliance information remaining current.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Check whether Axcis needs updated information relating to:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;your contact details&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;your address&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;your Right to Work documentation&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;your Disclosure and Barring Service information&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;the DBS Update Service, where applicable&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;references&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;qualifications&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;safeguarding or mandatory training&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;any other documents requested by the compliance team&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Requirements vary according to the individual, role and setting. Contact your consultant or the Axcis compliance team if you are unsure whether anything needs to be renewed or updated.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Only provide documents through an approved Axcis process and never send passwords or unnecessary sensitive information.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;8. Continue developing your skills&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;A gap between placements can provide an opportunity to reflect on your professional development.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Think about whether further learning would help you build confidence in areas such as:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;safeguarding and child protection&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;autism&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;ADHD&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;social, emotional and mental health needs&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;communication and interaction&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;behaviour support&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;inclusive classroom practice&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;trauma-informed practice&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;mental health and wellbeing&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;classroom management&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Registered Axcis candidates can access professional development through &lt;a style="color: #56647d; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-color: #ef4d77; text-decoration-thickness: 2px; text-underline-offset: 3px;" href="/candidates/cpd-training-and-career-development/the-axcis-academy/"&gt;The Axcis Academy&lt;/a&gt;, including training provided in partnership with The National College.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Choose training that is relevant to your role and experience. Completing a general course does not replace setting-specific guidance or practical training required for particular responsibilities.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;9. Take time to recharge&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Working in education can be physically, mentally and emotionally demanding. A break between placements does not have to be filled entirely with administration and professional development.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Where your circumstances allow, make time to rest, reconnect with life outside work and reflect on what you need from your next role.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;You might consider:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;what you enjoyed about the placement&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;which parts of the role affected your wellbeing&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;whether the working pattern was sustainable&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;which environments helped you feel supported&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;what boundaries you want to maintain in future&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Our guide to &lt;a style="color: #56647d; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-color: #ef4d77; text-decoration-thickness: 2px; text-underline-offset: 3px;" href="/blog/articles/2026/07/06/looking-after-your-wellbeing-while-working-in-education/"&gt;looking after your wellbeing while working in education&lt;/a&gt; contains additional practical guidance.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;10. Reflect on what you want next&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Every placement gives you more information about the work, environments and responsibilities that suit you.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Before discussing your next opportunity, consider:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Which parts of the placement did I enjoy most?&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Which skills did I use or develop?&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Which age groups and education settings suited me?&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;What level of responsibility am I ready for?&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Would I prefer greater flexibility or more continuity?&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;What travel distance is realistic and sustainable?&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Is there additional support or training I need?&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Share this information honestly with your consultant. A suitable placement is not only about being available; it is also about matching your experience, preferences and circumstances with the needs of the setting.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Frequently asked questions&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;When should I tell my teaching agency that I am available?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Tell your teaching agency as soon as you know when your placement will end and when you can work again. Include your preferred working pattern, locations, roles and education settings so your consultant has accurate information.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Should I update my CV after every placement?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Yes. Even a short placement may add useful experience. Updating your CV promptly makes it easier to record your responsibilities and achievements accurately.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;What if I only worked at the school for one day?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Short bookings still demonstrate adaptability, reliability and experience of different school environments. You may not need to add every single-day booking as a separate CV entry, but you can summarise relevant supply experience and the settings in which you worked.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Should I ask the school for a reference?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Speak to your consultant before arranging references directly. Axcis can explain what information may be required and the appropriate process for your circumstances.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Can supply work lead to a long-term or permanent role?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;It can. Some schools use supply placements to meet an immediate need and may later consider suitable candidates for longer-term opportunities. However, this is not guaranteed, and any proposed change should be discussed through the correct process.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;What if my placement ended unexpectedly?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Contact your consultant to discuss what happened and confirm your availability. Keep the conversation factual and provide any relevant information. If the placement affected your wellbeing or raised a safeguarding or safety concern, explain this so that it can be handled appropriately.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Do I need to register again when a placement ends?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If you are already registered with Axcis, you should not complete another registration form unless an Axcis team member asks you to do so. Update your availability and contact your consultant about your next placement.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Resources to help you prepare for your next opportunity&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a style="color: #56647d; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-color: #ef4d77; text-decoration-thickness: 2px; text-underline-offset: 3px;" href="/blog/articles/2025/05/27/what-schools-actually-notice-on-send-cvs/"&gt;What Schools Actually Notice on SEND CVs&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a style="color: #56647d; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-color: #ef4d77; text-decoration-thickness: 2px; text-underline-offset: 3px;" href="/blog/articles/2025/11/06/ace-your-send-education-job-interview/"&gt;Ace Your SEND Education Job Interview&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a style="color: #56647d; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-color: #ef4d77; text-decoration-thickness: 2px; text-underline-offset: 3px;" href="/blog/articles/2025/07/08/how-to-prepare-for-your-first-day-in-a-send-setting/"&gt;How to Prepare for Your First Day in a SEND Setting&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a style="color: #56647d; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-color: #ef4d77; text-decoration-thickness: 2px; text-underline-offset: 3px;" href="/blog/articles/2026/07/06/looking-after-your-wellbeing-while-working-in-education/"&gt;Looking After Your Wellbeing While Working in Education&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a style="color: #56647d; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-color: #ef4d77; text-decoration-thickness: 2px; text-underline-offset: 3px;" href="/candidates/cpd-training-and-career-development/the-axcis-academy/"&gt;CPD and Professional Development Through The Axcis Academy&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Your placement has ended—what happens next?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Finishing a placement is not only an ending. It is an opportunity to recognise what you learned, update your professional information and decide what you would like from your next role.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If you are already registered with Axcis, update your availability, keep your candidate information current and contact your consultant when you are ready to discuss your next opportunity.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h2 style="margin: 0 0 12px; color: #ffffff; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Ready for your next education opportunity?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Axcis is a specialist SEND teaching agency that also supports mainstream education opportunities across England and South Wales.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 18px;"&gt;Already registered? Keep your availability current and speak to your consultant. New to Axcis? Complete our candidate enquiry form and a member of the team will contact you.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0;"&gt;&lt;a style="display: inline-block; margin: 0 10px 10px 0; padding: 11px 18px; background-color: #ef4d77; color: #ffffff; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 3px;" href="/jobs/"&gt;Search education jobs&lt;/a&gt; &lt;a style="display: inline-block; margin: 0 0 10px; padding: 10px 18px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #56647d; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; border: 1px solid #ffffff; border-radius: 3px;" rel="noopener" href="https://forms.axcis.co.uk/team/candidates/enquiry-form-candidate" target="_blank"&gt;Register your interest&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Finally, thank you to all the teachers, teaching assistants and education support staff who make a difference in schools and education settings every day. We look forward to supporting you throughout your education career.&lt;/p&gt;
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      <title>How to Stay Ready for Your Next Education Placement: A Checklist for Supply Staff</title>
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&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Supply work can change quickly. A placement may finish, your availability may change or a suitable opportunity may become available at short notice.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Keeping your details accurate helps your teaching agency understand when, where and how you would like to work. It can also reduce delays when a suitable SEND or mainstream education role becomes available.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;This evergreen checklist is for supply teachers, teaching assistants, HLTAs, cover supervisors, learning support assistants and other education support staff registered with Axcis Education.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Your placement-readiness checklist&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 12px;"&gt;To help Axcis match you with suitable opportunities, regularly check that the following information is current:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul style="margin: 0 0 20px; padding-left: 24px;"&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Your available working days&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;The locations you can realistically reach&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Your preferred roles, age groups and education settings&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Your contact details&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Your CV and recent experience&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Your compliance documents&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Your training and qualifications&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Your availability calendar in the Axcis App&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;You do not need to wait until the beginning of a new term to update these details. Let your consultant know whenever something changes.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Is your availability up to date?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Availability is one of the most important details to keep current.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Your circumstances may change during the academic year. You might become available for additional days, need to reduce your working week or have specific dates when you cannot accept work.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 12px;"&gt;Make sure your consultant knows:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul style="margin: 0 0 20px; padding-left: 24px;"&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Which days of the week you can work&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Whether you are looking for full-time or part-time work&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Whether you are available for daily supply&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Whether you would consider short-term or long-term placements&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;When you can start&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;About any upcoming dates when you will be unavailable&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Registered Axcis candidates can also use the Axcis App to keep their availability calendar current.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Accurate availability means your consultant is less likely to contact you about work you cannot accept and better placed to speak to you when a suitable opportunity arises.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;How far can you realistically travel?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Travel preferences are just as important as availability.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Consider how far you can comfortably travel each day and whether that changes depending on the length or type of placement. A journey that is manageable for a long-term opportunity may not be practical for a single day of supply work.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 12px;"&gt;Tell your consultant:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul style="margin: 0 0 20px; padding-left: 24px;"&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Which areas you can reach&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;How you usually travel&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;How long you are willing to spend travelling&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Whether you rely on public transport&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Whether your travel range changes for longer-term roles&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;About any locations that are not practical for you&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Be realistic rather than giving the widest possible area. Clear travel preferences help your consultant identify opportunities that are genuinely workable for you.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Have your role and setting preferences changed?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Experience can change what you are interested in.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;A teaching assistant may discover an interest in a particular age group. A mainstream teacher may want to develop their SEND experience. Someone who has worked in an alternative provision may decide they would like more opportunities in similar settings.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 12px;"&gt;Review whether your consultant knows:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul style="margin: 0 0 20px; padding-left: 24px;"&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;The roles you would like to consider&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;The age groups you prefer&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Whether you are interested in SEND, mainstream or both&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;The types of settings in which you feel most confident&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Any areas in which you would like to gain experience&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Whether you would consider temporary, long-term or permanent work&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Any responsibilities you are not trained or authorised to undertake&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Preferences help guide the search, but they can evolve. Let your consultant know when your interests, experience or career goals change.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Are your contact details correct?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Your teaching agency needs to be able to reach you when a relevant opportunity arises.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 12px;"&gt;Check that Axcis has your current:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul style="margin: 0 0 20px; padding-left: 24px;"&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Mobile number&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Email address&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Home address&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Emergency contact details, where required&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Preferred method of contact&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;If you change your telephone number, email address or home address, tell your consultant promptly.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;It is also worth checking your voicemail and email regularly when you are actively looking for work. If you miss a call, respond when you can rather than assuming the opportunity is no longer available.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Is your CV current?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Your CV should develop as your experience grows.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Update it after completing a significant placement, taking on new responsibilities or completing relevant training. Making small updates regularly is easier than trying to remember everything several months later.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 12px;"&gt;Consider adding:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul style="margin: 0 0 20px; padding-left: 24px;"&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;The type of education setting&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;The age groups you supported&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Your main responsibilities&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Relevant SEND experience&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Communication approaches you used&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Classroom or behaviour-support experience&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Interventions or programmes you supported&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Training and qualifications&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Achievements or examples of positive impact&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Do not include confidential information or details that could identify individual children or young people.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;For further guidance, read our article on &lt;a style="color: #56647d; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-color: #ef4d77; text-decoration-thickness: 2px; text-underline-offset: 3px;" href="/blog/articles/2025/05/27/what-schools-actually-notice-on-send-cvs/"&gt; What Schools Actually Notice on SEND CVs &lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Are your compliance documents current?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Compliance is an essential part of working safely in education.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;The documents or checks required will depend on your circumstances, role and placement. Your Axcis consultant or compliance team will tell you if anything needs to be supplied, renewed or reviewed.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 12px;"&gt;This may include:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul style="margin: 0 0 20px; padding-left: 24px;"&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Right to Work documentation&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Proof of address&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;References&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;DBS information&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Safeguarding training&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Relevant qualifications or certificates&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Additional documentation required for a particular role&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;A DBS certificate does not have an official expiry date, but a teaching agency or education setting may require a new check or updated information depending on its safeguarding procedures and the circumstances of the placement.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Do not wait until you are due to begin work to respond to a compliance request. Providing requested information promptly can help prevent unnecessary delays.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;If you are unsure whether anything is outstanding, contact the Axcis compliance team or speak to your consultant.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Have you completed any new training?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Professional development can strengthen your knowledge, build confidence and help you prepare for a wider range of education settings.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Tell your consultant when you complete relevant training or gain a new qualification. This could include learning related to:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul style="margin: 0 0 20px; padding-left: 24px;"&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Safeguarding&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Autism&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;ADHD&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Social, emotional and mental health needs&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Communication&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Positive approaches to behaviour support&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Trauma-informed practice&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Moving and handling&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Personal care&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Medical needs&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Specific teaching subjects or age groups&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Training does not automatically authorise you to carry out every associated task. Always follow the individual setting’s procedures and do not undertake medical, personal care, physical intervention or moving and handling duties without the necessary training, information and authorisation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Registered Axcis candidates can access continuing professional development through the &lt;a style="color: #56647d; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-color: #ef4d77; text-decoration-thickness: 2px; text-underline-offset: 3px;" href="/candidates/cpd-training-and-career-development/"&gt; Axcis Academy &lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Are you using the Axcis App?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;The Axcis App helps registered candidates manage important parts of their work with Axcis.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 12px;"&gt;Depending on the features available to you, the app can help you:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul style="margin: 0 0 20px; padding-left: 24px;"&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Update your availability&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;View upcoming bookings&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Manage timesheets&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Search for education jobs&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Upload requested documents&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Access important placement information&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Check that you can sign in and that the information shown is accurate. If you experience a problem with the app or something does not match what you have agreed with your consultant, contact Axcis for support.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;The app is useful, but it does not replace direct communication. Speak to your consultant when your circumstances, preferences or career goals change.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;What should you check before accepting a placement?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Before agreeing to a placement, make sure you understand the essential details.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 12px;"&gt;Ask about:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul style="margin: 0 0 20px; padding-left: 24px;"&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;The school or education setting&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;The location and correct site&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;The role and expected responsibilities&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;The age group or class&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;The start and anticipated end date&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;The working hours&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Whether the role is daily, short-term or long-term&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Any essential experience or training requirements&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Who you should report to&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Any other practical information available at that stage&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Not every detail about individual learners can or should be shared before a booking is confirmed. However, you should receive enough information to decide whether the role is appropriate for your experience and whether you can reach the setting reliably.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;If the role is substantially different when you arrive, or you are asked to undertake responsibilities that were not agreed, contact your consultant.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;How should you prepare once a placement is confirmed?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Once you have accepted a booking:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ol style="margin: 0 0 20px; padding-left: 24px;"&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Confirm the address and correct site.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Plan your journey.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Check your arrival time.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Review the agreed role information.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Make sure you know who to report to.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Take any identification or documents you have specifically been asked to bring.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Save your consultant’s contact details.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Ask if there is anything else you need to know before arriving.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Every school and education setting works differently. You are not expected to know every routine on your first day, but you should ask questions, observe established approaches and follow the setting’s safeguarding procedures.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Read our universal guide: &lt;a style="color: #56647d; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-color: #ef4d77; text-decoration-thickness: 2px; text-underline-offset: 3px;" href="/blog/articles/2026/08/17/first-day-new-school-education-setting-guide/"&gt; Your First Day in a New School or Education Setting: What You Need to Know &lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;What if you have not worked for a while?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;If you have had a break from education work, contact your consultant before marking yourself as fully available.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 12px;"&gt;You may need to:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul style="margin: 0 0 20px; padding-left: 24px;"&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Update your CV&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Provide more recent information or documents&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Review your references&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Complete current safeguarding training&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Discuss any changes to your preferred roles&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Confirm when you are ready to return&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Refresh your knowledge through CPD&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;A break does not necessarily prevent you from returning to education work. Giving Axcis accurate information helps the team explain the next steps and identify anything that needs to be completed before you can accept another placement.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;How often should you update your teaching agency?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;You do not need to contact your consultant every day. You should, however, provide an update whenever important information changes.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 12px;"&gt;Contact Axcis if:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul style="margin: 0 0 20px; padding-left: 24px;"&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Your available days change&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;You become available for work&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;You accept work elsewhere&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Your travel range changes&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;You want to explore different roles or settings&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;Your contact details change&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;You complete relevant training&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;You gain new experience&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;You need to pause your availability&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;You are ready to return after a break&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li style="margin-bottom: 7px;"&gt;You have questions about your compliance status&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Even when nothing major has changed, an occasional check-in can confirm that your recorded preferences remain accurate.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 36px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Frequently asked questions&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Should I update my availability even if it has not changed?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;If your availability calendar is already accurate, you do not need to make unnecessary changes. However, it is worth checking it regularly and confirming that your consultant has the correct information.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Can I change the types of roles I want?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Yes. Your role and setting preferences may change as you gain experience. Tell your consultant what you would now like to consider and discuss whether you need any additional experience or training.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Should I say that I can travel anywhere to increase my chances of finding work?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;No. Give a realistic travel range. Being contacted about placements you cannot reliably reach is frustrating for you, the school and your consultant.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Do I need to update my CV after every day of supply work?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Not necessarily. Update it when a placement has added meaningful experience, responsibilities, skills or training. You can keep private notes of shorter assignments to help you remember the range of settings in which you have worked, but do not record confidential learner information.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Does my DBS certificate expire?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;DBS certificates do not have an official expiry date. However, employers and teaching agencies can determine when a new check or updated information is required. Follow the instructions given by Axcis or the relevant education setting.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Can updating my availability guarantee me work?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;No. Updating your details cannot guarantee a placement. It does, however, help your consultant understand which opportunities are appropriate and when you are able to work.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Should I contact Axcis if I accept work elsewhere?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Yes. Let your consultant know that you are no longer available, or update the relevant dates in the Axcis App. This helps prevent unnecessary calls and ensures that your record remains accurate.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 36px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Keep your details accurate and your options open&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Staying ready for your next education placement does not mean accepting every role or making yourself available at all times.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;It means giving your teaching agency clear, current information about when you can work, where you can travel and which opportunities are suitable for you.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Keep your availability, preferences, CV and compliance information up to date. Use the Axcis App where appropriate, stay in contact with your consultant and ask whenever you are unsure about what is required.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Small updates can make the process clearer for everyone and help Axcis approach you about SEND and mainstream education opportunities that better reflect your experience, availability and goals.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h2 style="margin: 0 0 14px; color: #56647d; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Already registered with Axcis?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Check your availability in the Axcis App and contact your consultant if your working days, travel range, role preferences or contact details have changed.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0;"&gt;&lt;a style="display: inline-block; margin: 6px 8px 6px 0; padding: 12px 20px; background-color: #56647d; color: #ffffff; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.3; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 6px;" href="/jobs"&gt; View the latest education jobs &lt;/a&gt; &lt;a style="display: inline-block; margin: 6px 0; padding: 12px 20px; background-color: #ef4d77; color: #ffffff; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.3; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 6px;" href="/contact/"&gt; Contact your local Axcis team &lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;/div&gt;
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&lt;h2 style="margin: 0 0 14px; color: #56647d; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;New to Axcis Education?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 16px;"&gt;Axcis Education is a specialist SEND teaching agency supporting teachers, teaching assistants, HLTAs, cover supervisors, learning support assistants and other education support staff across England and South Wales. We also offer a growing range of opportunities in mainstream schools and education settings.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 20px;"&gt;If you are looking for flexible supply work, a longer-term placement or a permanent education role, register your interest and tell us about your experience, preferences and availability.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0;"&gt;&lt;a style="display: inline-block; margin: 6px 0; padding: 12px 20px; background-color: #56647d; color: #ffffff; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.3; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 6px;" href="/register/"&gt; Register with Axcis Education &lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;/div&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 24px 0 0; color: #555555; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.6;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;This article provides general information for education professionals. Registered candidates should follow the instructions provided by their Axcis consultant and the requirements of the individual education setting.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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      <category>Axcis Contractor Resources</category>
      <title>The Axcis App: A Practical Guide for Candidates</title>
      <description>&lt;div style="font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7; color: #333333;"&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Axcis App gives registered candidates a convenient way to manage important parts of their education work from a mobile phone or tablet.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Whether you are searching for SEND or mainstream education opportunities, preparing for your next placement or already completing bookings through Axcis, the app can help you keep your information current and stay connected with your consultant.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This practical guide explains who can use the Axcis App, what you can do in it, where to download it and when you should contact your consultant directly.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;div style="margin: 26px 0; padding: 22px; background-color: #f7f8fa; border-left: 5px solid #ef4d77; border-radius: 4px;"&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Quick answer:&lt;/strong&gt; The Axcis App is for registered Axcis candidates. It can be used to manage availability, view bookings, upload requested documents, search for education jobs and communicate with Axcis. Registered candidates can also use it to manage important placement administration, including timesheets.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;What is the Axcis App?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Axcis App is a mobile resource for candidates who are already registered with Axcis Education.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;It brings several useful candidate services together in one place, helping you manage routine information and administration without having to return to the main Axcis website each time.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Axcis is primarily a specialist SEND teaching agency while also supporting a growing range of mainstream education roles across England and South Wales. The app is designed to support registered teachers, teaching assistants, higher higher-level teaching assistants, cover supervisors, learning support assistants and other education professionals working with Axcis.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;div style="margin: 24px 0; padding: 22px; background-color: #fff5f7; border: 1px solid #ef4d77; border-radius: 4px;"&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 0 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Not registered with Axcis yet?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 14px;"&gt;You cannot register with Axcis through the app. Complete our candidate enquiry form first, and the Axcis team will contact you about the next steps.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0;"&gt;&lt;a style="display: inline-block; padding: 11px 18px; background-color: #ef4d77; color: #ffffff; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 3px;" rel="noopener" href="https://forms.axcis.co.uk/team/candidates/enquiry-form-candidate" target="_blank"&gt;Register your interest with Axcis&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;/div&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;What can registered candidates do in the Axcis App?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The features available to you may depend on your registration status, compliance progress and whether you are currently completing placements through Axcis.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Review and update your details&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Registered candidates can use the app to review and update important contact information attached to their Axcis candidate profile.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Keeping your details current helps your consultant contact you and understand which opportunities may be suitable.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Remember to update Axcis if you change your:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;telephone number&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;email address&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;home address&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;availability&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;preferred roles or education settings&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;realistic travel distance&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If an important change cannot be made through the app, contact your consultant directly.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Upload requested documents&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;You can upload certain documents requested by Axcis through the app. Depending on the document required, you may be able to photograph it using your device or upload an existing file.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Make sure every document is complete, clear and readable before submitting it. Uploading a document does not automatically mean that it has been accepted or that your compliance checks are complete. The Axcis compliance team may still need to review it or request further information.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;div style="margin: 22px 0; padding: 18px 20px; background-color: #fff5f7; border: 1px solid #ef4d77; border-radius: 4px;"&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Important:&lt;/strong&gt; Never upload confidential information belonging to a pupil, school or education setting. The document-upload feature should only be used for information requested as part of your Axcis candidate record or compliance process.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;/div&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Update your availability&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Keeping your availability current helps your consultant understand when you are free to work.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Update your availability whenever:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;your available working days change&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;you become available for additional work&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;you accept work outside Axcis&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;you have an appointment, holiday or other commitment&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;a long-term placement ends&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;your circumstances change&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Your availability is only one part of finding a suitable placement. It is also important to tell your consultant about changes to your preferred roles, age groups, education settings or realistic travel distance.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If you become available at short notice or need to discuss a confirmed booking, contact your consultant directly rather than relying only on an app update.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;View upcoming bookings&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The app allows registered candidates to view upcoming booking information. Checking these details in advance can help you prepare for your placement and confirm where you need to go.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Before travelling, check the information you have been given, including:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;the name and address of the school or education setting&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;the date of the booking&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;your expected arrival time&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;the role or support you have been booked to provide&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;any instructions supplied by your consultant&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If any information is missing or does not match what you discussed, contact your consultant before the placement begins.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Manage your timesheets&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Registered candidates can use the app to manage and submit timesheet information for completed work.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Enter your days or hours accurately and submit them according to the timesheet process and deadlines provided by Axcis. The school or setting may need to approve your submission before payment can be processed.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Check your entry carefully before submitting it, particularly if you:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;worked a half day&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;completed additional agreed hours&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;worked across more than one booking&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;did not work all the hours originally scheduled&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If you are unsure how to complete a timesheet or believe that information is missing, contact your consultant or the appropriate Axcis team before the submission deadline.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Search and apply for education jobs&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Registered candidates can search the Axcis vacancy database and express an interest in suitable opportunities through the app.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;When considering a role, look carefully at:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;the location&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;the age group or education phase&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;whether the role is SEND, mainstream or a combination of both&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;the experience or training requested&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;the expected working pattern&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;whether the opportunity is short-term, long-term or permanent&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If a role interests you but you are unsure whether your experience is suitable, speak to your Axcis consultant. They can help you understand the setting and decide whether the opportunity may be appropriate.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Receive vacancy and booking notifications&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The app can send notifications about new vacancies, shifts and other relevant updates.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Allowing notifications can help you see opportunities promptly, but a notification does not automatically mean that a booking has been confirmed. Always check the details and wait for confirmation from Axcis before travelling to a school or setting.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Communicate with Axcis&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The app provides another way to receive messages and communicate with Axcis. You can also locate Axcis contact information when you need it.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;App messages are useful for routine communication, but urgent matters should be handled by speaking directly to your consultant or local Axcis team.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Where can you download the Axcis App?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Axcis App is free to download for compatible Apple and Android devices.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Use the official links below or search for &lt;strong&gt;Axcis Education&lt;/strong&gt; in your device’s app store.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;div style="margin: 24px 0; padding: 24px; background-color: #f7f8fa; border-radius: 4px; text-align: center;"&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 18px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Download the Axcis App&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0;"&gt;&lt;a style="display: inline-block; margin: 0 8px 10px; padding: 11px 18px; background-color: #56647d; color: #ffffff; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 3px;" rel="noopener" href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/axcis-education/id1554835434" target="_blank" aria-label="Download the Axcis Education App from the Apple App Store"&gt;Download for Apple&lt;/a&gt; &lt;a style="display: inline-block; margin: 0 8px 10px; padding: 11px 18px; background-color: #ef4d77; color: #ffffff; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 3px;" rel="noopener" href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.axcis_mobile_application" target="_blank" aria-label="Download the Axcis Education App from Google Play"&gt;Download for Android&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;/div&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Only download the app from the official Apple App Store or Google Play listing. Check that the app is called &lt;strong&gt;Axcis Education&lt;/strong&gt; before installing it.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;How do registered candidates get started?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Download the Axcis Education App from the Apple App Store or Google Play.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Open the app and select the login option.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Log in using the details associated with your registered Axcis candidate account.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Review your contact information and tell your consultant if anything needs to be changed.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Enable notifications if you would like to receive relevant app alerts.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Check your availability and update it if necessary.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Explore your bookings, documents, vacancies and messages.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If you have forgotten your password, use the password-reset option provided. Check your junk or spam folder if the reset email does not appear in your inbox.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If you still cannot log in, contact your consultant or email &lt;a style="color: #56647d; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-color: #ef4d77; text-decoration-thickness: 2px; text-underline-offset: 3px;" href="mailto:info@axcis.co.uk"&gt;info@axcis.co.uk&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If you have not yet registered with Axcis, complete our &lt;a style="color: #56647d; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-color: #ef4d77; text-decoration-thickness: 2px; text-underline-offset: 3px;" rel="noopener" href="https://forms.axcis.co.uk/team/candidates/enquiry-form-candidate" target="_blank"&gt;candidate enquiry form&lt;/a&gt;. The Axcis team will then contact you about your experience, preferred work and the next steps in the registration process.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;When should you contact your consultant directly?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The app makes routine administration easier, but it does not replace direct communication with your consultant.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Contact your consultant or local Axcis team directly if:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;you are unwell or unable to attend a confirmed booking&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;you are delayed on the way to a school or education setting&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;your booking details appear to be incorrect&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;the role differs significantly from what was agreed&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;you need immediate support during a placement&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;you have an urgent question about a timesheet or payment deadline&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;your availability has changed at short notice&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Do not rely on an app message, email or availability update to report that you cannot attend a confirmed booking. Call your consultant as soon as possible so that Axcis can inform the setting and provide support.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Safeguarding concerns must be reported immediately through the school or setting’s safeguarding procedures. You should also contact Axcis where appropriate, but the app should not be used as the only method of reporting an urgent safeguarding concern.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Why should you keep the app updated?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Installing available updates can give you access to the latest version of the app and may resolve technical problems.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;It is also helpful to:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;use a secure password that you do not share with anyone else&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;keep your device’s operating system updated&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;review your notification permissions&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;log out if you access your account on a shared device&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;contact Axcis if information on your profile appears to be incorrect&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Because the app contains personal and work-related information, protect your login details and keep your device secure.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Frequently asked questions about the Axcis App&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Is the Axcis App free?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Yes. The Axcis Education App is free to download from the Apple App Store and Google Play.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Can I register with Axcis through the app?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;No. The app is for candidates who are already registered with Axcis. If you would like to work with Axcis, complete our &lt;a style="color: #56647d; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-color: #ef4d77; text-decoration-thickness: 2px; text-underline-offset: 3px;" rel="noopener" href="https://forms.axcis.co.uk/team/candidates/enquiry-form-candidate" target="_blank"&gt;candidate enquiry form&lt;/a&gt;. A member of the Axcis team will contact you about the next steps.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Can I update my availability in the app?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Yes. Registered candidates can update their availability through the Axcis App. Keep your calendar accurate and contact your consultant directly if your availability changes at short notice.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Can I submit my timesheet through the app?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Registered candidates can use the app to manage timesheet information. Submit your days or hours accurately and follow the timesheet instructions and deadlines provided by Axcis.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Will the app show my confirmed bookings?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The app allows registered candidates to view upcoming bookings. If booking information is missing or appears incorrect, check with your consultant before travelling.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Does expressing an interest in a job guarantee an interview or placement?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;No. Expressing an interest through the app lets Axcis know that you would like to be considered. Your experience, compliance status, availability and suitability for the school or setting will still need to be considered.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;What should I do if the app is not working?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;First, check that you are using the latest version of the app and that your device has an internet connection. You can also close and reopen the app or restart your device.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If the problem continues, contact your Axcis consultant or email &lt;a style="color: #56647d; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-color: #ef4d77; text-decoration-thickness: 2px; text-underline-offset: 3px;" href="mailto:info@axcis.co.uk"&gt;info@axcis.co.uk&lt;/a&gt;. Include a brief explanation of the problem, but never send your password by email.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style="margin: 24px 0 10px; color: #56647d; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;What if I have registered but do not have app login details?&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Contact your Axcis consultant and ask for help accessing your candidate account. Do not create a second registration through the website or candidate form unless an Axcis team member asks you to do so.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 32px 0 14px; color: #ef4d77; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Keep your Axcis information current&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Axcis App gives registered candidates a simple way to manage routine information, check upcoming work and stay connected with Axcis.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Keeping your availability, contact information and requested documents current helps your consultant understand your circumstances and identify opportunities that are more likely to suit you.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;div style="margin: 32px 0 16px; padding: 24px; background-color: #56647d; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 4px;"&gt;
&lt;h2 style="margin: 0 0 12px; color: #ffffff; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Download the Axcis App&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 18px;"&gt;Already registered with Axcis? Download the app to manage your details, availability, bookings, documents and education opportunities.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0;"&gt;&lt;a style="display: inline-block; margin: 0 10px 10px 0; padding: 11px 18px; background-color: #ef4d77; color: #ffffff; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 3px;" rel="noopener" href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/axcis-education/id1554835434" target="_blank"&gt;Apple App Store&lt;/a&gt; &lt;a style="display: inline-block; margin: 0 10px 10px 0; padding: 10px 18px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #56647d; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; border: 1px solid #ffffff; border-radius: 3px;" rel="noopener" href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.axcis_mobile_application" target="_blank"&gt;Google Play&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h2 style="margin: 0 0 12px; color: #56647d; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: bold; text-transform: none;"&gt;Interested in working with Axcis?&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0 0 18px;"&gt;If you are not yet registered, complete our candidate enquiry form. Tell us about your experience, availability and the education roles you are looking for, and a member of the Axcis team will contact you.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style="margin: 0;"&gt;&lt;a style="display: inline-block; padding: 11px 18px; background-color: #ef4d77; color: #ffffff; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 3px;" rel="noopener" href="https://forms.axcis.co.uk/team/candidates/enquiry-form-candidate" target="_blank"&gt;Register your interest with Axcis&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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      <pubDate>Wed, 11 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <a10:updated>2022-05-11T12:00:00+01:00</a10:updated>
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