Are you looking for flexible, rewarding work in local schools that fits around your lifestyle? We’re recruiting Flexible Learning Support Assistants to support pupils across primary and secondary schools in and around Ilminster. This role is ideal if you want meaningful work with children and young people, without committing to one fixed school or timetable. You’ll be supporting pupils with SEMH needs, autism and learning disabilities, helping them feel included, supported and able to engage with their learning. Placements vary from day to day, giving you the chance to gain experience in different settings and build a broad, transferable skillset. What this role offers: • Flexible work – choose full-time or part-time to suit your lifestyle • Hours: 8:30am–3:30pm, weekdays • Pay: £13.70 per hour • Start: ASAP • Work across a range of schools in the Ilminster area • Opportunities for longer-term or permanent roles when placements are a good fit This is a great option if you’re balancing other responsibilities, studying, or simply want variety in your working week. What you’ll be doing: • Supporting pupils with additional needs in classrooms or small groups • Helping children manage emotions, stay focused and access learning • Working alongside teachers to provide calm, consistent support • Adapting to different school environments and individual pupil needs • Building positive relationships that help pupils feel safe and confident Some days can be challenging — but the impact you make is real and lasting. Who this role is perfect for: This role suits local people, graduates, youth workers, sports coaches, support workers or anyone considering a future in teaching, SEN, mental health or youth services. Experience working with young people is valued, but we’re really looking for people who are: • Kind, patient and reliable • Adaptable and confident in new settings • Motivated by supporting children and young people to succeed Why choose flexible work in schools? • Gain hands-on experience in education and SEN support • Develop valuable skills in communication, behaviour and emotional support • Keep evenings and weekends free • Fit work around family life, study or other interests If you’re looking for flexible work with purpose, where no two days are the same, this could be the perfect role for you. Apply today to be considered for this role. INDSW <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Sancha Clark on 0117 472 2400 l Ext: 2016.<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> Sancha Clark&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0117 472 2400 l Ext: 2016</strong></strong>