Teaching Assistant

Overview

Axcis Education is partnering with a special school in Dawlish to recruit a passionate, proactive SEN primary teaching assistant for a Year 2 class, starting September.

Role details

The role is full time, Monday to Friday, 8:45 - 3:45. Daily rate £92 - £95.

About the role

• Start date: September
• Setting: Year 2 class - 8 pupils, most pre verbal or non verbal
• Support team: 1 teacher and 3 established TAs
• Focus: support a new pupil joining the class
• Class environment: lively, noisy - requires confidence, calm under pressure, proactive from day one

Ideal candidate

• Proactive and hands on in the classroom
• Comfortable working in a busy, noisy environment
• Experienced or keen to support pupils with complex communication needs
• Strong team player able to build positive relationships with staff and pupils
• Committed to providing high quality, inclusive education for children with SEND

What Axcis offers

• Competitive weekly pay
• Personalised support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities for ongoing CPD and training
• Access to a network of specialist SEND roles across the region

Equal Opportunities

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

Safeguarding and DBS

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. 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. If the position involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Contact

Contact Kirsty Chisholm - Ext: 6002.