Axcis Education is supporting a mainstream secondary school in Bristol to recruit a compassionate and resilient Teaching Assistant for a 1:1 role with a Year 8 pupil. This is a full-time position offering the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the education and wellbeing of a student with bespoke needs. About the Role: • Provide tailored 1:1 support to a Year 8 student with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). • Work closely with the school’s HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant), who is ELSA-trained, to build trust and rapport with the student. • Support the delivery of core subjects and aid the student’s gradual transition into mainstream classes. • Implement strategies to help manage the student’s high anxiety levels and autism-related challenges. • Focus on relationship-building to create a positive and supportive learning environment. The Ideal Candidate: We are looking for someone who: • Has experience working with autistic students and/or pupils with high levels of anxiety. • Is patient, empathetic, and understands the importance of building relationships over time. • Is able to work collaboratively with staff and external professionals to support the student’s reintegration goals. • Has a calm, flexible, and adaptable approach to working with children with complex needs. Why Join Us? • A unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the educational journey of a vulnerable student. • Work in a supportive school environment with guidance from experienced staff. • Access to professional development opportunities through Axcis Education. Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, term-time only. How to Apply: If you have a passion for supporting children with SEND and the skills to help this student thrive, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to start your rewarding journey with Axcis Education. INDBRI <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Dan Davey on 0117 4722400 | Ext: 2003.<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> Dan Davey&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0117 4722400 | Ext: 2003</strong></strong>