SEND Teaching Assistant – Secondary – Speech, Language & Learning Support – Nuneaton ?? Location: Nuneaton ?? Contract Type: Full-time – Long-term placement ?? Salary: £89 – £105 per day / £445 – £525 per week Axcis Education is currently working with a supportive and inclusive mainstream secondary school in Nuneaton (CV10) that is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) and moderate to severe learning difficulties (MLD/SLD). This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with young people across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, helping them access the curriculum, develop communication skills, and grow in confidence within a nurturing environment. ________________________________________ The Role: You will: • Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with learning and communication difficulties. • Implement strategies to support speech and language development, including visual aids, simplified instructions, or structured language programmes. • Assist with academic work across a range of subjects, adapting materials where necessary to suit individual learning needs. • Work alongside teachers, SENCOs and external specialists such as speech and language therapists. • Encourage independence, build positive relationships, and support social and emotional development. • Maintain a calm, structured presence and contribute to creating an inclusive classroom environment. ________________________________________ About You: • Experience supporting young people with SLCN, learning difficulties, or developmental delays in a school or youth setting. • Patient, adaptable, and confident in building rapport with students who may have additional needs. • Knowledge of communication strategies such as visual timetables, Makaton, or PECS is helpful but not essential. • Ability to manage and support students in a busy secondary environment. • Relevant training or qualifications in SEND or TA support are desirable but not required. ________________________________________ Why Work with Axcis Education? • Full-time, long-term placement in one secondary school – no day-to-day supply. • Competitive pay, paid weekly. • Access to a range of SEND-focused CPD and training, including speech and language support strategies. • A specialist consultant to support your career every step of the way. ________________________________________ If you're passionate about supporting secondary-age students with additional needs and want to make a meaningful impact, apply today with Allan Elliott at Axcis Education and take the next step in your SEND support journey in Nuneaton. INDMID<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Allan Elliott on 0121 827 2030 l Ext: 4009.<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> Allan Elliott&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0121 827 2030 l Ext: 4009</strong></strong>