Job Title: Teaching Assistant Job Type: Supply, Day-to-Day Location: Frome, Somerset Salary: £90 per day (PAYE) Specialism: SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated and caring Teaching Assistant to join a dynamic team on a day-to-day, supply basis in Frome, Somerset. The ideal candidate should have a passion for education and a drive to support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in their learning journey. Key Responsibilities: - Provide support to students with SEND under the direction of the classroom teacher or the special educational needs coordinator (SENCO). - Assist in the preparation and delivery of engaging lesson plans tailored to meet the needs of individual students. - Help create a nurturing and supportive learning environment that allows all students to thrive and achieve their potential. - Work with small groups or one-to-one to reinforce learning objectives and assist students in understanding the material. - Manage classroom behaviour effectively in line with the school's behaviour policy. - Perform administrative duties, such as preparing materials and resources, organizing the classroom, and tracking student progress. - Attend to the students’ personal needs, including social, health, physical, hygiene, and welfare matters. - Collaborate with the teaching staff, parents, and other professionals involved in the students' education. - Engage in continuous professional development to keep up to date with the best practices for supporting students with SEND. - Ensure the health and safety of students within the classroom and during school activities. Requirements: - A valid UK driver's license is essential as the role may involve traveling to different schools within the local area. - Prior experience working as a Teaching Assistant or experience in working with children with SEND is preferred. - A compassionate, patient, and flexible approach to working with children. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with students, staff, and parents. - An up-to-date Enhanced DBS check is required or the willingness to undergo one. If you believe you have the empathy, skills, and enthusiasm for this rewarding opportunity, we would love to hear from you. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact Grace O'Neill on 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6009 and click on the apply button.<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>