Position: SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Godalming, Surrey Type: Full-time, Monday-Friday (08:00?–?15:30) Salary: Paid to scale About the role We are seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive primary/secondary setting in Godalming. Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO, you will support pupils with a range of additional needs, ensuring they access the curriculum safely and confidently. Key Responsibilities • Provide one-to-one and small-group support to SEND pupils, adapting activities to meet individual learning goals. • Assist the teacher in implementing personalised education plans (PEPs) and behaviour strategies. • Monitor and record pupil progress, communicating observations to the SENCO and parents. • Facilitate social and life-skills development, encouraging independence and confidence. • Maintain a safe, positive classroom environment and uphold safeguarding policies. • Contribute to team meetings, staff development sessions and collaborative planning. Essential Qualifications & Experience • Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent). • Experience supporting children with SEND (e.g., ASD, ADHD, speech, or physical impairments). • Strong communication and organisational skills; ability to build trusting relationships with pupils, families and staff. • Understanding of UK SEND legislation and inclusive practice. What we offer • Competitive salary paid to scale. • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities. • Supportive, collaborative team culture within a modern, well-resourced school. Application Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience of working with SEND pupils to [email address] by [closing date]. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jake White on 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1068.<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> Jake White&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1068</strong></strong>