SEND Teaching Assistant – Full Time - Plymouth - £14.25 – £15.50 per hour - Start date: September (or sooner) We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Plymouth on a full-time basis. This role involves working closely with children with autism and supporting those with speech, language and communication difficulties. You will play a key role in helping pupils access learning, build confidence, and develop essential life skills. Key responsibilities: Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups Assisting with communication and social development Working collaboratively with teachers and other support staff Creating a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment Requirements: Experience working with children or individuals with autism is essential A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Desirable (but not essential): Knowledge or experience of Makaton or PECS This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs. INDDEV<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Holly Smith on 01392 949022 | Ext: 6007.<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> Holly Smith&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01392 949022 | Ext: 6007</strong></strong>