Location: CF15, Cardiff Position: Complex Needs Teaching Assistant Contract Type: Full-time Salary: £83.40 per day (depending on experience and qualifications) Are you passionate about supporting children with complex needs? We are a leading independent school dedicated to students aged 3 to 19 who are seeking committed and compassionate Teaching Assistants to join our team. At our school, we believe that every student has the potential to thrive. Our specialised environment is not just a place to learn; it is a community that values each child's individual journey. Here’s what makes our school truly special: • Nurturing Environment: Our small class sizes ensure that you will work with a limited number of students, typically in one-on-one or small group settings. This approach allows you to build meaningful relationships and provide personalised support that encourages growth and confidence. • Tailored Learning Experiences: We pride ourselves on offering an individualised curriculum that adapts to each student’s unique abilities and challenges. • Innovative Facilities: Our facilities include specialised sensory rooms designed to support sensory regulation and therapeutic learning. We also have outdoor learning spaces that promote physical activity and experiential learning. • Professional Development: Enjoy access to specialised training opportunities and continuous professional development, enhancing your skills in SEND support and education. Requirements: We are looking for someone who is outgoing, proactive, caring and patient, with experience working with children or vulnerable adults. This school is far more interested in finding the right person to understand their children’s needs and to fit into their school. The best teaching assistants come from a variety of backgrounds. Here's just a few of the best examples: • Graduates: Art, Drama, Psychology, Sociology, Criminology and Sports • Youth leaders • Support workers • Sports coaches • Care Assistants • Nursery Nurses Please note – if your current role isn’t on this list but you work closely with vulnerable adults or children then please do get in touch! Responsibilities: • Support and educate vulnerable children • Be a positive role model and set clear boundaries • Learn quickly, be proactive, and seek feedback • Show resilience, patience, and care, especially with challenging students Benefits: • Online training and CPD, including autism awareness • Weekly pay at a £83.40 per day rate • Sociable hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM • Invaluable experience for your career • Permanent roles available after an initial settling in period Join us and help create a positive impact in the lives of students at this incredible specialist school in Cardiff! PLEASE NOTE: Due to the location to the school, it is helpful if you are a driver and have access to your own car. However, the school is still accessible via public transport and it is a 20-minute walk to the school from the bus stop – a lovely walk in this spring weather! As you will be working with children in Wales you will be required to have an enhanced DBS and register with the EWC (Education Workforce Council). INDWAL <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Mia Green on 0117 472 2400.<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> Mia Green&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0117 472 2400</strong></strong>