Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant Primary Location: Taunton Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm Daily Pay Rate: £89 Are you passionate about supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder? A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Taunton is seeking a Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 and group support for pupils with ASD. About the Role: • Support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder across the primary age range. • Assist in delivering structured routines and tailored learning activities to promote engagement and independence. • Work closely with the class teacher and SEND team to create a safe, calm, and positive learning environment. • Encourage social development and emotional regulation through consistent, nurturing support. What We’re Looking For: • Experience working with children with ASD, ideally in a school or similar educational setting. • A calm, patient, and consistent approach to behaviour and emotional needs. • Understanding of autism-friendly strategies, including visual supports, sensory needs, and structured communication tools. • Strong teamwork and communication skills. • Ability to follow routines, respond flexibly to individual needs, and build trusting relationships with pupils. • A passion for making a lasting difference in the lives of children with additional needs. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who thrives in a supportive, child-centred environment and wants to help pupils with ASD achieve their full potential. Apply today to join a fantastic team and start making a difference. INDSW <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Lauren Featherstone on 0117 472 2400 l Ext: 2017.<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.<br /><br />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 />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> Lauren Featherstone&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0117 472 2400 l Ext: 2017</strong></strong>