Job Title: Teaching Assistant (Primary School) Location: OL2 Pay: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience Contract: Agency Start Date: starting from 5th January Axcis Education is looking for a caring, committed, and compassionate teaching assistant to support young children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Teaching Assistants who are passionate about making a positive impact at the beginning of a child’s educational journey. As a teaching assistant, you will support pupils in the classroom by working alongside teachers to promote positive learning and development. This may include general classroom support, one-to-one assistance, or small group work. We welcome candidates from both educational and care backgrounds who are passionate about working with children. Key Responsibilities: • Support pupils’ learning and engagement in the classroom • Provide one-to-one or small group support where required • Assist the class teacher with daily classroom activities • Support children with additional needs, including SEND • Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing • Help prepare learning resources and maintain a safe learning environment • Follow school safeguarding, behaviour, and health & safety policies at all times Essential Requirements: • Enhanced child and adult DBS registered on the Update Service (mandatory) • Previous experience working with children (education, childcare, or care background) • A caring, patient, and proactive approach • Strong communication and teamwork skills • A clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities Desirable • Experience working in a primary school setting • Relevant Teaching Assistant or childcare qualifications • Experience supporting children with SEND or challenging behaviour Why Work with AXCIS Education? • Flexible work to suit your availability • Opportunities to gain experience in a variety of school settings • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant • Access to training and development opportunities Safeguarding Statement Axcis Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safeguarding checks and compliance with current regulations.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jessica Tierney on 0151 459 9299 | Ext: 3029.<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> Jessica Tierney&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0151 459 9299 | Ext: 3029</strong></strong>