Are you someone who genuinely cares about supporting young people to thrive? Want a role that makes a real difference in your local community? We’re recruiting a full-time Teaching Assistant to support secondary students with learning disabilities and autism, working in partnership with a well-respected specialist provision in Swindon. About the role Full time: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm Start ASAP, with a 16-week settling-in period before moving to permanent Pay: £13.70 per hour You’ll work one-to-one or in small groups, helping students access their learning, develop social and communication skills, and become more independent Why this is a special setting This school’s most recent inspection in March 2025 judged overall effectiveness as Good. It has a strong reputation in the area for inclusive practice and caring for students with SEND. Classrooms are calm, purposeful, and supportive — a place where staff help every student aim high. You’ll benefit from working within a specialist provision embedded in a mainstream secondary setting, so you’ll see a variety of learning styles and have access to ongoing training and support. Who we’re looking for We want someone whose values, personality, and passion match the role — more than just experience. You might be a recent graduate, youth worker, sports coach, teaching assistant, or support worker wanting meaningful work. Key qualities: A positive, caring attitude and belief in every young person’s potential Patience, perseverance, adaptability Good communication and teamwork skills A willingness to learn, reflect, and grow You don’t need to have worked with SEND before — what matters most is your heart for this work and your commitment to helping these young people flourish. What you’ll gain A meaningful, stable role with potential for long term Experience in a specialist setting Support, training, and collegial teamwork The chance to make a real difference in young people’s lives Apply today to be considered for this role. INDSW<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Emma Court on 0117 4722400 | Ext: 2004.<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> Emma Court&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0117 4722400 | Ext: 2004</strong></strong>