Position: Full-Time Teaching Assistant Location: Exeter Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm Pay: £93 - £105 per day depending on experience Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Axcis Education are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a unique all-through SEND school in Exeter. This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of pupils who need consistent support, encouragement and understanding to thrive both academically and emotionally. We would love to hear from individuals who: • Have experience working with children, young people or vulnerable adults • Are patient, resilient and nurturing • Have an interest in SEND, mental health or education • Can build strong professional relationships • Are calm and confident when managing challenging behaviour • Are passionate about helping young people achieve their potential About the School This specialist SEND school supports pupils from primary through to secondary age, with a particular focus on students experiencing anxiety, alongside a range of additional needs including: • Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) • ADHD • Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs • Behavioural needs • Communication and interaction difficulties The school follows the National Curriculum while providing a highly adapted and nurturing learning environment. Students benefit from outstanding facilities and engaging learning experiences, including: • Bouncy ball therapy room • Virtual Reality (VR) suite • Fully equipped teaching kitchen • Dedicated PE and activity studio • Weekly educational trips and community learning opportunities The Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping pupils feel safe, supported and ready to learn. You will work closely with teachers and the wider SEND team to provide both academic and emotional support throughout the school day. Your responsibilities will include: • Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils • Supporting students with social, emotional and mental health needs • Encouraging engagement and participation in lessons • Assisting with behaviour management strategies • Promoting independence and confidence • Supporting pupils both inside and outside of the classroom • Helping create a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment Why Join This School? • Small class sizes of no more than 8 pupils • Excellent staffing ratios with at least 2 Teaching Assistants per class • Extensive resources designed to support SEND learners • Supportive and welcoming team environment • Opportunity to make a real impact every day • Varied role with classroom, practical and community-based learning experiences Apply now to start your journey as a Teaching Assistant in one of Exeter's most innovative and supportive SEND schools. INDDEV <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Amy Evans on 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6003.<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> Amy Evans&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6003</strong></strong>