Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Yeovil Setting: Specialist ASC Resource Base Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday Pay: £92.63 – £100 per day PAYE Axcis Education is recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to join a specialist ASC resource base within a mainstream secondary school in Yeovil. This full-time Teaching Assistant role involves supporting students aged 11–16 with Autism Spectrum Condition, helping them access learning and build confidence. As a Teaching Assistant, you will work within a dedicated specialist provision that offers a structured, inclusive and supportive environment. The resource base provides tailored support for students who benefit from personalised learning approaches and guidance to help them thrive both academically and socially while remaining part of the wider school community. This rewarding Teaching Assistant opportunity is ideal for someone who is passionate about inclusive education and wants to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people. Whether your experience comes from working as a Teaching Assistant, supporting children in another professional setting, or through personal experience supporting an individual with additional needs, we would love to hear from you. Responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant: • Providing one-to-one and small-group support for students aged 11–16 within the specialist resource base and mainstream lessons • Supporting students with Autism Spectrum Condition and associated communication, sensory and learning needs • Helping students access the curriculum by adapting support to meet individual learning styles and needs • Encouraging independence, confidence and active participation in lessons and school life • Supporting emotional wellbeing, positive behaviour and self-regulation using consistent strategies • Promoting communication, social interaction and life skills to help students achieve greater independence • Working closely with teachers, SEND professionals and families to deliver personalised support plans • Building positive, trusting relationships that help students feel safe, understood and motivated to learn • Helping to maintain a calm, structured and nurturing learning environment where every student can succeed The Ideal Teaching Assistant Will: • Have personal or professional experience supporting children or young people with Autism Spectrum Condition, SEND or additional learning needs, whether as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Support Worker, Care Worker, Youth Worker or through supporting a family member or individual with additional needs • Be confident supporting students with communication differences, sensory needs and varying learning profiles • Have a genuine interest in autism education, inclusive practice and helping students develop independence • Be committed to supporting both the academic progress and personal development of every student • Work effectively as part of a collaborative and supportive school team Why Apply for this Teaching Assistant Role? • Long-term, full-time Teaching Assistant opportunity in Yeovil • Gain valuable experience within a specialist ASC resource base supporting secondary-aged students • Work in a welcoming and experienced team with excellent opportunities for professional development • Develop your skills as a Teaching Assistant within an inclusive and well-supported educational environment • Make a meaningful difference to the education, confidence, communication and future outcomes of young people with autism If you are a dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Yeovil and are passionate about supporting students with Autism Spectrum Condition, apply today with Axcis Education. 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>