SEND Teaching Assistant

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate and resilient SEND Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming day special school from September 2026. Our school caters for boys and girls aged 5 to 16 years, all of whom have moderate learning difficulties and hold an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

Responsibilities

• Work closely with class teachers and other professionals to support pupils' learning, communication, independence and emotional regulation.
• Assist in delivering personalised learning activities, provide 1:1 and small group support, and help pupils engage positively in classroom routines and wider school life.
• Play a key role in promoting positive behaviour, supporting social interaction, and ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed to maintain a safe environment for all pupils.

Person specification

• Patient, adaptable and passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEND is desirable, along with strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships.

Benefits and terms

In return, we offer a supportive team environment, ongoing professional development, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children who benefit greatly from consistent, caring and skilled support.

Please let me know if you are interested in a role here in September 2026.

Application process

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Molly Farrelly on Ext: 1049.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

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.

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).

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.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

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.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Molly Farrelly
Telephone: Ext: 1049