Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire Employment Type: Full-time Hours: 8.30am - 3.30pm Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated and empathetic Teaching Assistant to join a dynamic team in Salisbury, Wiltshire, who is particularly experienced in working with students who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the academic and personal development of students, helping to foster a nurturing learning environment that accommodates the needs of all pupils. Responsibilities: - Work closely with the classroom teacher to deliver educational support to individuals or groups of students with SEMH. - Assist in creating and maintaining a structured, supportive and safe learning environment for students. - Employ effective behaviour management techniques to promote positive behaviours and a productive classroom atmosphere. - Facilitate the learning process by providing the necessary resources and guidance to students. - Monitor and track student progress, reporting any concerns or achievements to the classroom teacher and other relevant staff. - Communicate regularly with parents, teachers, and professionals to provide updates on student progress and contribute to student planning where necessary. - Take part in school meetings and professional development opportunities to better support students with SEMH. - Assist in the preparation of materials and the setup of the learning environment to meet the diverse needs of students. - Follow the school's policies and procedures, including safeguarding and confidentiality regulations, to ensure student welfare. Requirements: - Relevant qualification in Teaching Assistance or equivalent. Experience in working with children with SEMH is highly desirable. - Understanding and experience of implementing successful behaviour management strategies. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with students, staff, and parents. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. - Patience, resilience, and adaptability in managing challenging situations. - Commitment to the social and academic development of all students. - A valid DBS check or willingness to undergo one. We offer a supportive and collaborative community that values the contributions of each staff member. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with SEMH and believe you have the skills and experiences needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. INDDEV<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Grace O'Neill on 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6009.<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> Grace O'Neill&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6009</strong></strong>