Location: Near Bicton, East Devon Job Type: Full-time, term-time only Start Date: November 2026 Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Make a Difference as a Teaching Assistant Axcis Education is seeking a dedicated and caring Teaching Assistant to join an excellent specialist all-through SEND school near Bicton, East Devon. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive team working with children and young people who have a range of complex additional needs, including autism, global developmental delay and profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD). If you are passionate about helping young people reach their potential and want a role where your contribution genuinely matters, this could be the ideal opportunity for you. What Will the Role Involve? As a Teaching Assistant, you will help create a positive and inclusive learning experience tailored to each pupil's individual needs. Working alongside experienced teachers and support staff, you will encourage pupils to develop their communication, independence, confidence and engagement with learning. Your day-to-day responsibilities will be varied and may include: • Supporting sensory learning experiences and activities. • Encouraging communication, interaction and social engagement. • Taking part in outdoor learning and garden-based activities. • Assisting pupils during swimming and rebound therapy sessions. • Providing support with classroom learning and educational tasks. • Getting involved in practical, creative and hands-on activities. • Helping pupils with personal care and physical support requirements. • Contributing to a safe, caring and stimulating school environment. Every pupil is different, meaning each day brings new opportunities to support their development and wellbeing. Who Would Be Suitable for This Position? We are looking for someone who brings a positive attitude, patience and a genuine desire to support children and young people with additional needs. You will ideally be: • Caring, understanding and compassionate. • Patient and enthusiastic, with a willingness to learn. • Comfortable working with pupils with complex needs. • Dependable and committed to providing individualised support. • Flexible and happy to participate in a variety of learning activities. • Willing and comfortable to assist with personal care and physical needs. Previous experience is not essential, as the right attitude and willingness to develop are equally important. Applications are particularly welcome from people with experience in care, early years, special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), youth work, education or support work. What Can You Expect from the School? Joining this specialist setting offers the opportunity to develop your skills while making a meaningful contribution to pupils' lives. Benefits of the role include: • A friendly, welcoming and supportive school environment. • Guidance and support from experienced colleagues. • Training and opportunities to build your knowledge and skills in SEND. • A varied and engaging role where no two days are the same. • The chance to make a positive and lasting difference to young people. • Potential for ongoing work and the possibility of a permanent position for the right candidate. Apply Today If you are looking for a rewarding role in education and would love to help children and young people with complex additional needs learn, grow and develop, we would be delighted to hear from you. Take the next step towards a fulfilling career as a Teaching Assistant and apply today to find out more about this opportunity. 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>