Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Shaftesbury Setting: primary School Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday Pay: £92.63 – £100 per day PAYE Axcis Education is recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Shaftesbury. This full-time Teaching Assistant role offers the opportunity to support primary-aged pupils with their educational journey, helping them to achieve their academic potential while promoting their emotional wellbeing, confidence and positive behaviour. As a Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside class teachers to provide tailored support for pupils with a range of additional needs, including SEND and SEMH. The school is committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child feels valued, encouraged and equipped to succeed through high-quality teaching, nurturing relationships and personalised support. This Teaching Assistant position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children and is passionate about making a positive impact on their learning and development. Responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant: • Providing one-to-one and small-group support for primary-aged pupils across the school • Supporting children with SEND, SEMH and additional learning needs to access the curriculum successfully • Assisting with literacy, numeracy and classroom activities to promote academic progress • Encouraging positive behaviour, emotional regulation and resilience throughout the school day • Supporting pupils' social, emotional and communication development both in and out of the classroom • Working closely with teachers and the wider school team to deliver tailored learning and behaviour strategies • Building positive relationships with pupils, helping them feel safe, confident and motivated to learn • Helping to create an inclusive, engaging and nurturing learning environment The Ideal Teaching Assistant Will: • Be caring, patient and adaptable, with a genuine passion for supporting primary-aged children • Have professional experience working in education, childcare or a school setting as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or similar role, or have personal experience supporting children or young people with SEND, SEMH or additional needs • Applicants with experience in related sectors such as nursing, care, youth work, residential care, family support or other people-focused professions are also encouraged to apply • Be confident supporting pupils with a range of academic, emotional and behavioural needs using a calm and positive approach • Have a strong commitment to inclusive education and helping every child achieve their full potential • Work effectively as part of a collaborative school team while building positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues Why Apply for this Teaching Assistant Role? • Long-term, full-time Teaching Assistant opportunity in Shaftesbury • Gain valuable experience within a supportive and inclusive primary school • Work alongside experienced teachers and dedicated education professionals • Develop your skills as a Teaching Assistant through ongoing support and training • Make a meaningful difference to the academic achievement, emotional wellbeing and personal development of primary-aged pupils If you are a passionate Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Shaftesbury and want to help young learners thrive both academically and personally, apply today with Axcis Education. 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. 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> Grace O'Neill&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6009</strong></strong>