1:1 Teaching Assistant – Sherborne Location: Primary School, Sherborne Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm Pay: £89 – £95 per day We are seeking to appoint a committed and professional 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a Key Stage 1 pupil with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs at a well-regarded primary school in Sherborne. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is dedicated to helping children reach their full potential in a nurturing and structured learning environment. Key responsibilities: - Provide consistent one-to-one support tailored to the needs of a KS1 pupil with SEMH requirements - Collaborate effectively with the class teacher to deliver differentiated learning activities - Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and independence - Assist with classroom preparation, small group interventions, and supervision during playtimes - Monitor and document pupil progress, contributing to the child’s personalised support plan The successful candidate will: - Demonstrate patience, empathy, and a genuine interest in supporting children with additional needs - Work collaboratively as part of a team, following teacher direction and contributing to the wider school environment - Exhibit a proactive, reliable, and professional approach to supporting learning - Hold a full driving licence and have access to transport (essential) - Ideally have experience supporting children with SEMH needs (training will be provided where required) We Offer: - A supportive and welcoming school community - Access to high-quality training and ongoing professional development - The opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting difference to a child’s educational and emotional development If you are passionate about helping children flourish and want to work in a school that values care, kindness, and teamwork, we would love to hear from you. This is your chance to make a lasting impact on a child’s confidence, learning, and future. To apply or for further information, please contact: Sarah on 01392 949022 or email: sarah@axcis.co.uk<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>