SEND Teaching Assistant – Mainstream Primary SEND Provision (March Start) Location: Christchurch, Dorset Pay: £90–£95 per day Hours: Full-Time, Term Time Only Setting: Specialist SEND Provision within a Mainstream Primary School (Up to 10 Pupils) Are you an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time role in a primary school? A well-established SEND provision within a mainstream primary school in Christchurch is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join their team from March 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a nurturing SEND unit supporting a small group of pupils (up to 10) with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), SEMH, communication difficulties, and additional learning needs. You’ll enjoy the best of both worlds: specialist SEND support while remaining fully connected to the inclusive mainstream classroom environment. About the Role As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will: Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with ASC, SEMH, and communication needs Support personalised learning plans, structured routines, and transitions Promote emotional regulation, positive behaviour, and engagement in learning Work closely with an experienced SEND teacher and supportive school staff Help create a calm, safe, and positive learning environment Build trusting relationships to help pupils feel confident, secure, and ready to learn This role is ideal for someone who values consistency, routines, and relationship-based support, and who wants to see the direct impact of their work every day. The Ideal Candidate Experienced SEND Teaching Assistant, ideally in primary or SEND settings Strong understanding of ASC, SEMH, and communication needs Calm, resilient, and consistent in approach Confident supporting behaviour, emotional regulation, and engagement Reliable, committed, and passionate about helping pupils thrive A positive team player who enjoys collaborative work Why This Role Is Right For You Work in a specialist SEND provision with small pupil numbers (up to 10) Be part of a welcoming mainstream primary school with a strong inclusive ethos Supportive leadership and a collaborative SEND team Opportunity to make a meaningful, visible difference every day Competitive daily rate of £90–£95 per day If you’re an experienced SEND TA looking for a March start in a supportive, inclusive primary school setting, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your SEND education career! INDDEV<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Alex Holt on 01392 949022 | Ext: 6001.<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> Alex Holt&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01392 949022 | Ext: 6001</strong></strong>