Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Templecombe, Somerset Job Type: Full-time, Term Time Only Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm Salary: £13.85 to £14.00 per hour Job Description: We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a specialized all-boys primary school in the heart of Templecombe, Somerset. This role is ideal for those who are passionate about supporting young learners and have experience working with children who have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. Key Responsibilities: - Assist in the provision of a supportive and nurturing learning environment tailored to the needs of pupils with SEMH. - Work collaboratively with the lead teacher to implement lesson plans and educational activities. - Offer one-to-one support to pupils, focusing on their individual learning objectives and emotional development. - Observe and manage classroom behaviors, implementing agreed-on strategies to promote positive outcomes. - Facilitate social interaction and participation amongst pupils to encourage a cohesive class dynamic. - Help prepare classroom materials, set up equipment, and maintain a clean and organized learning environment. - Provide feedback on pupil progress to the lead teacher and contribute to pupil evaluations and reports as necessary. - Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and other professional development activities as required by the school. The Ideal Candidate: - Will have experience working as a Teaching Assistant, preferably with children who have SEMH needs. - Must possess an Enhanced DBS check, or be willing to undergo this screening. - Should have a nurturing and patient disposition, with a strong commitment to child development and learning. - Must be able to establish and maintain positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents. - Should demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Will have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. - Should be flexible, adaptablean d ready to face the challenges of a dynamic classroom environment. By joining our team, you will be part of a supportive and forward-thinking agency, committed to the education and welfare of children with additional needs. We offer competitive rates of pay and a platform to further develop your skills and career in a rewarding and meaningful field.<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>