SEN Teaching Assistant – St Austell, Cornwall Location: St Austell, Cornwall Start Date: September 2, 2025 Job Type: Full-time, Long-term ________________________________________ Axcis Education is proud to be working in partnership with a well-regarded SEN school in St Austell, Cornwall to recruit a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant. This is a full-time, long-term position offering the opportunity to support pupils with a range of special educational needs in a positive, inclusive learning environment. This rewarding role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and who are committed to helping them succeed both academically and personally. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities: • Provide targeted support to individual pupils or small groups, ensuring their educational, emotional, and social needs are met. • Work collaboratively with teaching staff and the SENCO to implement and monitor Individual Learning Plans (ILPs). • Support the development and use of strategies and resources that promote inclusion and engagement. • Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to foster independence, confidence, and participation in school life. • Contribute to the assessment and review of pupil progress and provide clear, accurate feedback when required. • Adapt learning materials and activities to meet diverse learning needs and facilitate full access to the curriculum. • Promote consistent, sensitive behaviour support in line with school policies. • Liaise with external professionals including speech and language therapists, educational psychologists, and other specialists. ________________________________________ Essential Requirements: • Experience working with children or young people, preferably within a SEND setting. • A patient, calm, and resilient approach with a strong commitment to inclusion. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. • Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and follow teacher guidance effectively. • A genuine commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing. • Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain one). ________________________________________ Desirable Qualifications and Experience: • A relevant Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent). • Direct experience supporting pupils with SEND in secondary education. • Knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and experience with IEP implementation. • Training in safeguarding, child protection, or other relevant areas. ________________________________________ What Axcis Offers: • Competitive daily rates of pay • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities • Free access to CPD courses through the Axcis Academy, in partnership with the National College • Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement • A chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people ________________________________________ If you are a motivated and empathetic individual seeking a fulfilling role in special education, we would be delighted to hear from you. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Sarah Guest on 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6010.<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> Sarah Guest&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6010</strong></strong>