Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire Pay Range: £90 - £95 per day Contract Type: Part-time Specialism: SEND, including ASC and SEMH Working Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our team in Salisbury, Wiltshire. As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the educational and social development of children within a classroom setting, particularly focusing on the needs of students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Condition and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health challenges. Key Responsibilities: - Assist in the delivery of tailored educational activities, under the direction of the class teacher, to support the learning and engagement of students with SEND. - Provide one-to-one support to pupils with ASC, SEMH, or other learning difficulties, helping them to overcome barriers to learning and succeed in their educational objectives. - Prepare classroom resources and create a welcoming and safe learning environment that caters to the needs of all learners. - Implement strategies for promoting positive behavior and handle any challenging behavior in a calm and effective manner. - Collaborate with other staff, including SEND coordinators and educational psychologists, to contribute to the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs). - Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents as necessary. - Support the physical, social, and emotional welfare of all pupils, fostering an inclusive atmosphere. - Participate in training and development activities to enhance knowledge and skills related to SEND provision. - Display flexibility in working hours to accommodate the varied needs of the school and its pupils. Requirements: - Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, particularly within SEND settings, is highly desirable. - A patient, empathetic approach to working with children and the ability to build rapport with pupils facing a range of challenges. - Strong interpersonal skills with the capacity to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. - A commitment to inclusive education and the safeguarding and well-being of children. - Relevant qualifications or willingness to pursue professional development in the area of SEND teaching support. - A DBS check is required for this role. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a Teaching Assistant eager to make a positive impact on the lives of young people in Salisbury, Wiltshire. <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.<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>