SEND Teaching Assistant – Primary School (ASC & SEMH Support) Location: Christchurch, Dorset Pay: £95–£100 per day Hours: Full-Time, Term Time Only Start Date: September 2026 Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs? Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or a recent graduate looking to build a career in education, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Christchurch is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026. This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, communication difficulties and additional learning needs within a mainstream primary school environment. This position would particularly suit graduates in Psychology, Education, Childhood Studies, Criminology, Sociology, Health & Social Care, or related subjects who are looking to gain valuable school-based experience before progressing into teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, counselling or other child-focused professions. About the Role As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will: Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups Assist children with ASC, SEMH and additional learning needs to access the curriculum Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development Work alongside teachers and the SENDCO to implement personalised support strategies Adapt activities to meet individual learning needs Build positive relationships that encourage confidence, independence and engagement Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment The Ideal Candidate We welcome applications from experienced Teaching Assistants and graduates who have: A genuine passion for supporting children and young people An interest in SEND, education or child development Strong communication and interpersonal skills A patient, resilient and proactive approach The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff Previous experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential) Why Join This School? Supportive and inclusive primary school community Experienced leadership team and SEND provision Excellent opportunity to gain valuable SEND experience Ongoing training and professional development opportunities A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day Competitive daily rate of £95–£100 per day If you are looking for a meaningful role where you can positively impact children's lives while developing your own skills and experience, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your education career. £95–£100 per day | Full-Time | September 2026 Start 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>