Teaching Assistant – Axminster Location: Axminster Pay: £90–£95 per day (PAYE) Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday We are looking for a caring and reliable Teaching Assistant to support a school in Axminster. The role involves working with pupils who have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them to engage with learning, manage their emotions, and develop confidence and social skills. You will need strong behaviour management skills, a calm and consistent approach, and the ability to work effectively with teachers and the wider school team to create a supportive learning environment. Responsibilities: • Provide tailored support to pupils across the school. • Work alongside teachers and support staff to deliver engaging and accessible learning activities. • Support pupils in developing independence, confidence, and emotional regulation. • Participate in training sessions focused on SEMH best practice and behaviour support. The ideal Teaching Assistant will have: • Experience with children or young people with SEMH needs, either personally or professionally (essential). • A patient, adaptable, and proactive approach. • Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships. • A passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. • A driving licence is highly desirable. This is a rewarding Teaching Assistant role within a supportive school environment. If you have the experience and enthusiasm to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you. INDDEV <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Grace O'Neill on 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6009.<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> Grace O'Neill&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6009</strong></strong>