Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs (SEN/SEND) and helping them succeed in education? Would you like to make a genuine difference to a pupil's confidence, learning and day-to-day experience at school? Axcis Education is working with a welcoming mainstream secondary school in Weymouth to recruit a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is patient, compassionate and passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and reach their potential. About the role: As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the pupil, class teachers, SENCO and wider support team to provide consistent and personalised support throughout the school day. Your responsibilities will include: • Providing dedicated 1:1 support to help a pupil access the curriculum and participate in lessons • Supporting the pupil with their individual learning and development needs • Adapting learning activities and resources to support engagement and understanding • Encouraging confidence, independence and positive participation in school • Supporting positive behaviour and helping the pupil develop appropriate strategies for managing challenges • Providing personal care support where required, always maintaining dignity, privacy and respect • Building a positive and trusting relationship with the pupil • Working closely with teachers, the SENCO and SEND support staff to implement individual support strategies • Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback to the wider school team • Following school policies relating to safeguarding, behaviour, health and safety and SEND support About you: The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will be: • Patient, calm, compassionate and supportive • Confident working on a 1:1 basis with young people • Comfortable providing personal care support where required • Able to build positive relationships and provide consistent support • Adaptable, proactive and able to use initiative • Committed to supporting inclusion and removing barriers to learning • A reliable team player with good communication skills • Experienced in education, SEN/SEND, care, support work or youth work (desirable but not essential) • Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Support Worker, Care Worker or Youth Worker would be beneficial. Full training and guidance will be provided where required. Why Join Us? • Competitive daily pay of £92 – £97 per day • Full-time, consistent Monday to Friday hours • Opportunity to gain valuable experience in SEN and SEND education • Supportive secondary school environment • Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement • Access to training and professional development opportunities • Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a young person's education and development Key Information: • Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Support • Location: Weymouth, Dorset • Start Date: ASAP • Contract Type: Full-time, temporary • Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm • Pay: £92 – £97 per day This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or develop a career in education, SEN support, SEND, learning support or pastoral care within a secondary school environment. If you are a caring and committed individual who wants to make a real difference to a young person's school experience, apply today for this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Weymouth. INDDEV <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Sarah Guest on 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6010.<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> Sarah Guest&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6010</strong></strong>