Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Axminster Setting: Primary School Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm Pay: £14.25 – £15.50 per hour PAYE Axcis Education is looking for a warm, enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the Axminster area. Set within a rural community, the school places strong importance on creating a sense of belonging while encouraging pupils to grow in confidence, develop their individuality and aim high in their learning. This Teaching Assistant opportunity would suit someone who enjoys being part of a close-knit school environment and wants to play an active role in children's day-to-day education. The successful Teaching Assistant will work alongside classroom teachers to help pupils stay engaged, understand their learning and develop the skills they need to become confident and independent learners. What the Teaching Assistant will do: - Support pupils during lessons, activities and throughout the school day - Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning - Assist teachers with classroom preparation and educational activities - Help pupils develop confidence, independence and positive learning habits - Provide additional support for children who require extra help with their education - Encourage pupils to participate fully and take pride in their achievements - Build positive relationships with children and help create a welcoming classroom - Support the school's high expectations for learning, behaviour and personal development What we're looking for in a Teaching Assistant: - Experience working with children is desirable - A caring, patient and encouraging personality - Someone who can build positive relationships with pupils - Good communication and teamwork skills - The ability to adapt to different children's learning needs - A proactive attitude and willingness to support the wider school team - A genuine interest in helping children achieve their potential Why consider this Teaching Assistant role? - Full-time, long-term opportunity - £14.25 – £15.50 per hour PAYE - Work within a friendly primary school environment - Gain valuable classroom experience - Opportunity to support pupils with a range of learning needs - Develop your career as a Teaching Assistant while making a meaningful difference to children's education If you are an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding primary school role in Axminster, 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>