Teaching assistant - SEND

Teaching Assistant – Primary School (SEND)

Location:

OL2

Employer:

Axcis Education

Pay:
From £13.50 per hour (dependent on experience)

Hours:

Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm

Contract:

Agency, term-time only

Axcis Education are currently seeking a teaching assistant to join a welcoming and supportive primary school. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and making a positive impact on their learning and development. The school is small but well‑resourced, with a warm and friendly atmosphere that is evident as soon as you enter the grounds.

Staff work closely together to create a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child is supported to thrive.

As a teaching assistant, you will:

• Support a small group of pupils within a primary setting
• Work with children who have a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
• Assist the class teacher with learning activities and behaviour support
• Help pupils access the curriculum while building confidence and independence
• Contribute to a calm, positive, and encouraging learning environment

Requirements:

• A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach
• A genuine interest in supporting children with SEND
• Limited experience considered for candidates with the right attitude and willingness to learn
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
• Reliability and a proactive mindset

Why Apply?

• Supportive and welcoming school environment
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a primary SEND setting
• Well‑resourced classrooms and a positive school culture
• A rewarding role where you can truly make a difference in children’s lives

If you are motivated, compassionate, and eager to develop your skills within education, we would love to hear from you.

If you are interested, please click on the apply button and contact Jessica Tierney on  | Ext: 3029.

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:
Jessica Tierney

Telephone:  | Ext: 3029