SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant

Location: Yetminster, Dorset Pay: £14.25-£15.10 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm Start Date: September

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity to provide dedicated one-to-one support for a child with Special Educational Needs? Axcis Education is recruiting a caring and committed 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Yetminster. This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with one pupil, helping them overcome barriers to learning while building confidence, independence and positive relationships within the classroom. If you have experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or SEND Teaching Assistant, and enjoy making a meaningful difference to children's lives, we would love to hear from you.

As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support for a pupil with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Adapt learning activities to meet the child's individual needs and learning style
• Support children with Autism (ASC), ADHD, communication needs or other additional learning needs
• Encourage independence, confidence and active participation in classroom activities
• Work alongside the class teacher and SENCo to deliver personalised learning plans
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing using consistent support strategies
• Help develop social, communication and interaction skills
• Monitor progress and contribute to pupil reviews and support plans
• Create a calm, nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every child can succeed

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or in a similar role
• Has experience supporting children with SEND within a primary school or educational setting
• Is patient, compassionate and adaptable
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Can build positive, trusting relationships with children, staff and parents
• Works confidently both independently and as part of a team
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare

Desirable

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
• Experience supporting children with Autism (ASC), ADHD or speech and language needs
• Knowledge of positive behaviour support strategies

Why Join This School?

This inclusive primary school is dedicated to ensuring every child receives the support they need to succeed. You will join a welcoming staff team that values collaboration, professional development and creating positive outcomes for every pupil.

Why Work with Axcis Education?

• Competitive hourly pay of £14.25-£15.10
• Weekly pay
• Long-term opportunity with the potential for a permanent position
• Access to free CPD and SEND training
• Dedicated education consultant providing ongoing support
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a supportive primary school

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.

Contact: Sarah Guest

Telephone: l Ext: 6010