Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Axminster Setting: Primary School Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday Pay: £92.63 – £100 per day PAYE Axcis Education is looking to recruit a caring Teaching Assistant to join a friendly primary school near Axminster. This full-time Teaching Assistant opportunity is perfect for someone who enjoys supporting young learners and is committed to helping children flourish both inside and outside the classroom. As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff to provide individual and small-group support for primary-aged pupils. You will play an important role in helping children overcome barriers to learning while encouraging their academic achievement, emotional wellbeing, social development and positive behaviour. The school prides itself on creating a welcoming, child-centred environment where every pupil is encouraged to become confident, independent and engaged in their learning. This rewarding Teaching Assistant role offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with pupils and make a genuine difference to their educational experience every day. Responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant: • Delivering one-to-one and small-group support to primary-aged pupils across the curriculum • Assisting children with a range of academic, social, emotional and behavioural needs • Supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH and additional learning needs to participate fully in school life • Encouraging positive behaviour, resilience and independence through consistent support and encouragement • Helping children develop communication skills, confidence and positive relationships with their peers • Working collaboratively with teachers and the wider school team to deliver tailored learning support • Monitoring pupil progress and celebrating achievements both in and out of the classroom • Contributing to a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment where every child can succeed The Ideal Teaching Assistant Will: • Have a warm, patient and encouraging approach when working with primary-aged children • Have professional experience in education, childcare or a school-based role as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or similar, or personal experience supporting children or young people with SEND, SEMH or additional needs • Candidates with transferable experience in nursing, care, family support, youth work, residential care or other caring professions are encouraged to apply • Be confident supporting pupils with a variety of academic, behavioural, emotional and social needs • Be passionate about helping children develop confidence, independence and a lifelong love of learning • Enjoy working collaboratively as part of a supportive and dedicated school team Why Apply for this Teaching Assistant Role? • Long-term, full-time Teaching Assistant opportunity near Axminster • Join a welcoming and supportive primary school community • Gain valuable experience supporting pupils with a wide range of learning and developmental needs • Develop your skills as a Teaching Assistant through ongoing support and guidance • Make a positive impact on the educational, social and emotional development of primary-aged children If you are a motivated Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Axminster and want to help primary-aged pupils reach their full potential, apply today with Axcis Education. 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>