SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Blandford, Dorset Hours: Full-time – Monday to Friday Pay: £89–£95 per day Immediate start Do you have a passion for supporting young children with additional needs at the very start of their education? A friendly mainstream primary school in Blandford is looking to appoint a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to work within a Reception class. This role focuses on supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), helping them to settle into school life, access learning, and develop key social and communication skills. You will be an important part of the classroom team, contributing to a nurturing and inclusive EYFS environment where children feel safe, understood, and supported to succeed. The Role: - Support pupils within a Reception class, encouraging participation, independence, and confidence - Assist with behaviour support strategies to promote a settled and inclusive classroom - Use positive and consistent approaches to support social interaction and emotional regulation - Adapt activities and resources to meet individual learning needs and developmental stages - Collaborate with the class teacher and SENCo to follow and review IEPs - Observe, monitor, and share progress, recognising achievements and supporting next steps - Engage in training and professional development opportunities - Maintain high standards of safeguarding and adhere to school policies at all times What We are Looking For: - Experience working as a Teaching Assistant within an EYFS setting - Knowledge and hands-on experience supporting children with ASC or additional needs - A good understanding of the EYFS curriculum and early childhood development - A relevant qualification (such as NVQ Level 2) or equivalent practical experience - A calm, patient, and empathetic approach, with strong resilience - Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team - A flexible, proactive attitude to supporting pupils and staff Why Apply? This is a rewarding opportunity to support young learners at a crucial stage of their development within a welcoming and supportive school community. You’ll be guided by experienced staff and offered access to ongoing training to support your professional growth in education. If you’re keen to make a positive difference and help pupils build strong foundations for learning, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today, or contact Sarah at Axcis Education on 01392 949022 for further information.<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>