A well-established specialist provision in Exeter is looking to appoint a full-time SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of additional needs, including ASC, ADHD, anxiety, MLD, SEMH, and communication difficulties. About the Role As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping students access both their education and emotional development. Your responsibilities will include: • Providing one-to-one and small group support tailored to individual needs • Creating a safe, calm, and supportive environment using trauma-informed practices • Supporting pupils to develop confidence, regulate emotions, and improve social skills • Collaborating with teachers, support staff, and external professionals to deliver effective support strategies • Assisting with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and individual development targets • Monitoring progress and sharing feedback with the wider team • Implementing positive behaviour strategies to support students through challenges What We’re Looking For: • Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals • An understanding of how SEND can impact learning and behaviour • A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach • A positive attitude and willingness to adapt in a dynamic environment What’s on Offer: • Central Exeter location, easily accessible by public transport or on foot • Full-time role, Monday to Friday • £106 - £110 per day • Working hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm (30-minute break) • Immediate start available About the School Environment • A supportive and welcoming team culture • Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in young people’s lives • Access to on-site gym facilities for staff • Weekly off-site learning opportunities including trips to forests, the quay, and within the local community • Engaging resources such as a sensory therapy room, VR-based learning, cooking sessions, and outdoor education • Small class sizes allowing for more personalised support • Access to online professional development through the National College If you’re passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and want to be part of a forward-thinking and supportive school, apply now. INDDEV <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Kirsty Chisholm on 01392 949 022 | Ext: 6002.<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> Kirsty Chisholm&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01392 949 022 | Ext: 6002</strong></strong>