Do you enjoy helping children learn, grow and develop their confidence? Would you like to join a friendly and supportive school where every child is valued as an individual and encouraged to achieve their best? Axcis Education is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Primary Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school near Blandford Forum. About the role: Working alongside class teachers and the wider support team, you will provide support across Key Stage 2, including 1:1 and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN). You will help children overcome barriers to learning, build confidence and engage positively in the classroom. Your responsibilities will include supporting classroom activities, encouraging positive behaviour and contributing to a calm, structured and nurturing environment where every pupil has the opportunity to succeed. About the school: This welcoming and inclusive primary school is committed to providing a high standard of education, care and support for every pupil. The school provides a positive learning environment where children are encouraged to develop their individual strengths, take on new challenges and become confident, independent learners. Staff work closely together to ensure that every child feels supported, included and motivated to reach their full potential. About you: • Friendly, patient and approachable with a genuine passion for working with children • Has professional or personal experience supporting individuals with SEN • Confident providing 1:1 and small group support • Able to build positive relationships with children and encourage their engagement in learning • A clear communicator who works well as part of a supportive team • Reliable, adaptable and motivated by making a positive difference to children’s lives Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to take your first step into education, your experience in health and social care, support work, youth services or similar roles could provide valuable transferable skills for this rewarding position. Key information • Pay: £14.25–£14.98 per hour • Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm • Start date: ASAP If you are passionate about supporting children to learn, grow and thrive and would love to become part of a welcoming and inclusive primary school near Blandford Forum, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step towards a rewarding career in education! INDDEV <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>