Criminology Graduate Teaching Assistant Location: Patchway, Bristol Pay: £14.25 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm Start: Immediate Contract: Initially 16 weeks, with the opportunity to become permanent Are you a Criminology graduate looking for a rewarding career where you can make a genuine difference? Do you have the patience, empathy and resilience to support young people who need someone in their corner? Axcis Education is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Patchway, supporting pupils aged 5–18 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, autism and learning disabilities. Why is this opportunity ideal for Criminology graduates? Your understanding of human behaviour, social influences, trauma, vulnerability and the factors that shape people's lives provides an excellent foundation for working with vulnerable young people. This is an opportunity to put your academic knowledge into practice, helping pupils build confidence, develop positive relationships and overcome barriers to learning. About the learning environment This is a specialist, inclusive setting with a strong focus on personalised education and understanding individual needs. Pupils follow tailored learning pathways designed around their development, from early learning and life skills through to GCSEs and functional qualifications. The latest Ofsted monitoring visit in September 2025 recognised progress in school improvement, with increasingly calm and orderly classrooms and a growing emphasis on helping pupils manage their emotions and re-engage with learning. What makes a great Teaching Assistant? Previous school experience is not essential. We are looking for someone who is: • Patient, compassionate and emotionally resilient. • Naturally empathetic, approachable and understanding. • Passionate about supporting vulnerable young people. • Consistent, positive and willing to learn. • Motivated by making a difference, not just gaining experience. If you have the right personality, values and motivation, we want to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this role. INDBRI <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact James Mochan on 0117 472 2400.<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> James Mochan&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0117 472 2400</strong></strong>