KS1 Teaching Assistant Location: Dorchester Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday Pay: £89 – £95 per day Start Date: September 2025 Imagine working with future astronauts, politicians, film makers, scientists. Now imagine playing a vital role in their education. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join the team at a a fully inclusive single form entry school Primary school. Every pupil is recognised and valued and they hold happiness, respect and understanding as their main values About the role: We are seeking a flexible and dedicated individual to join a supportive school team. You will be expected to work in a KS1 class, responding to the changing needs of pupils and staff. A key part of this role involves providing 1:1 support to SEN pupils, helping them to access the curriculum and achieve their full potential. Key Responsibilities: - support the KS1 class teacher in order to ensure the delivery of a high-quality education for all students - support the KS1 class teacher to ensure that all relevant education policies and procedures are implemented in full - provide relevant and appropriate support to students, on an individual or group basis, in order to enable them to access the curriculum as independently as possible - ensure that the available equipment and resources are used, stored and maintained efficiently - foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for all students - Work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff About you: - Friendly, patient, and proactive with a flexible approach to your working day - Previous experience working in a classroom is preferred - Experience with SEND is desirable, though not essential – full training and ongoing support will be provided - Enthusiastic about building a long-term career in a Primary School setting If you're passionate about supporting children and you're looking for a long-term, rewarding role in a caring school environment, we want to hear from you. Contact Sarah at Axcis Education on 01392 949022 for more information or email sarah@axcis.co.uk <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Sarah Guest on 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6010.<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> Sarah Guest&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6010</strong></strong>