We’re working with a specialist school in South Gloucestershire catering for children aged 7-16 with complex learning difficulties and associated speech, language and communication needs. They pride themselves on delivering a holistic, balanced curriculum that includes academic subjects, vocational and life-skills learning, emotional health and well-being support – all aimed at helping pupils thrive, build independence and prepare for meaningful next steps. The school’s vision of Inspire. Nurture. Thrive. underpins everything they do. Role Summary As a Child Support Worker (Teaching Assistant) you will: Provide high quality, flexible support to pupils with complex learning needs, including speech, language and communication difficulties. Work one-to-one or in small groups to support learning, engagement and emotional well-being. Assist in delivering personalised learning pathways and life-skills activities, under the direction of the class teacher and SEND team. Contribute to creating a safe, positive, nurturing environment where pupils feel valued, known as individuals and supported to build confidence, resilience and independence. Monitor and support the emotional and social development of pupils; help with communication, routine, and be responsive to individual needs. Liaise with staff, parents/carers and other professionals as required, to ensure consistency, safeguarding and the best outcomes for pupils. Be flexible: adapting to changing needs, supporting across key stages (KS2-KS4) and being part of a team committed to achieving for each young person. What We’re Looking For You will: Have experience, or a strong commitment to working, with children/young people with special educational needs (SEN), complex needs, or speech, language and communication needs. Be patient, flexible, emotionally aware and able to adapt day-to-day to how a pupil is feeling or engaging. Be able to read non-verbal cues, adjust your approach, and build supportive relationships with young people. Be positive, punctual, polite and prepared—ready to make a good first impression and leave schools wanting you back. Be a team-player, able to work under direction but also take initiative when required. Be committed to supporting pupils to become independent, resilient and confident individuals—as the school’s ethos expects. Benefits & Notes Opportunity to join a highly-regarded specialist school rated Outstanding by Ofsted. Flexible working: part-time or full-time options considered. Competitive reimbursement from £13.89/hour. Based in Yate – accessible via public transport and by car. Long-term supply role open, and day-to-day opportunities available. Professional development opportunities and strong support network within the school. Role described by the school as enabling pupils to “make the best progress possible” through engaging, personalised and creative approaches. If you’re passionate about supporting young people with complex needs, bringing calm, consistency and a nurturing approach – please get in touch with Axcis Education today to discuss this exciting opportunity. INDBRI<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Laura Dowson on 0117 472 2400 l Ext: 2014.<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> Laura Dowson&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0117 472 2400 l Ext: 2014</strong></strong>