Teaching Assistant Location: Frome, Somerset Pay: £14.61 – £15.00 per hour (PAYE) Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:15pm We are currently seeking enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistants to support pupils at a specialist school in Frome. This is an opportunity to become part of a dedicated education team working with children and young people aged 4–19 who have a range of severe and complex learning difficulties. No two days will look the same. Pupils have individual learning goals and benefit from a varied approach to education, incorporating classroom learning, practical experiences, sensory activities and opportunities to develop everyday life skills. The school is committed to helping every pupil make progress, however big or small. As a Teaching Assistant, you will help turn these learning opportunities into positive experiences, encouraging pupils to explore their abilities, communicate their needs and become as independent as possible. What Will You Be Doing? As part of the classroom support team, you will be involved in a variety of activities, including: • Assisting pupils with daily classroom activities and individual learning programmes. • Supporting children with complex learning difficulties, Autism and additional physical or sensory needs. • Using different approaches to help pupils communicate, interact and express themselves. • Getting involved in creative, practical and sensory-based learning activities. • Helping pupils build everyday skills, from making choices to developing greater independence. • Encouraging participation in activities both inside and outside the classroom. • Supporting access to specialist facilities and activities, which may include sensory-based learning and therapeutic sessions. • Recognising individual achievements and encouraging pupils to try new experiences. • Helping maintain a positive, structured and encouraging environment. • Following individual support plans and working alongside teachers and other professionals. You could be a great fit if you: • Have experience working with children or adults with additional needs. • Have supported individuals with Autism, learning disabilities or complex needs. • Are naturally patient, observant and compassionate. • Are comfortable adapting activities to suit different communication and learning styles. • Enjoy creative activities and finding different ways to engage others. • Can remain calm and encouraging when situations become challenging. • Understand the importance of treating every individual with dignity and respect. • Are enthusiastic about helping others achieve greater independence. Previous SEND experience is beneficial but does not have to be exclusively professional. We welcome applications from people with relevant personal experience, including those who have supported family members or individuals with additional needs. Experience from care, support work, youth work or education is also highly relevant. Why Consider This Opportunity? This role offers the chance to work in an environment where learning goes beyond traditional classroom teaching. You will be supporting pupils to develop skills that can make a real difference to their everyday lives. The school promotes three important principles: Be Kind, Be Safe and Be Resilient, creating a culture built around respect, positive relationships and recognising individual progress. In return, you will receive: • £14.61–£15.00 per hour PAYE. • Monday to Friday working hours. • 8:30am – 3:15pm shifts. • A rewarding opportunity within specialist education. • Exposure to a broad range of SEND and complex learning needs. • Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment agency. • The opportunity to build valuable experience in the education and care sectors. Interested? We'd Love to Hear From You! If you are looking for a Teaching Assistant role in Frome and want to do work that has a positive impact every single day, this could be the opportunity you have been waiting for. Whether you have a background in education, healthcare, care or relevant personal experience, we are keen to speak with people who have the right attitude, commitment and enthusiasm. Apply today and take the next step towards a rewarding career supporting children and young people with SEND! 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>