Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Support Location: Blandford Forum Start Date: September Working Pattern: Term time only, Monday to Friday Hours: Between 7:00am and 4:30pm (varied shifts) Pay: £89 – £95 per day (weekly pay) Are you enthusiastic about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people? Do you want to be part of a team that helps unlock every child’s potential, no matter their starting point? We are currently seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and experienced team at a SEN school in Blandford Forum. This is an exciting opportunity to work 1:1 with students who have a range of complex needs, including autism and other special educational needs. The school provides a safe and nurturing environment where young people are supported through both tailored national curriculum programmes and life skills development. You’ll play a key role in helping pupils build confidence, develop essential life skills, and achieve their personal goals. The role: • Support individual students to remain focused and engaged in their learning • Work closely with the teacher to prepare and deliver learning materials • Assist in both classroom-based and community-based learning activities • Help students progress not only academically, but in areas like self-help, communication, social understanding, and independence The candidate: • A genuine passion for working with children and young people with additional needs • Strong communication and organisational skills • Flexibility and a team-focused approach • Knowledge or experience of working with autism or SEN (desirable) Why Axcis Education? Access to specialised SEN training and professional development A chance to make a life-changing impact every day Consistent working hours and competitive daily pay If you're looking for a rewarding role where your work truly matters – then please apply or contact Sarah at Axcis on 01392 949022 for further information <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Sarah Guest on 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6010.<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> Sarah Guest&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6010</strong></strong>