Axcis Education are working with a mainstream village primary school to recruit a dedicated and compassionate Primary Teaching Assistant, with a specialization in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), to join our inclusive and supportive team at a mainstream primary school located in Okehampton, Devon. Key Responsibilities: - Work closely with the class teacher to create a secure, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment that caters to the needs of all pupils, with a particular focus on children with SEND. - Provide tailored support to children with SEND, either within the classroom or in a separate setting as required, to help them access the curriculum and achieve their full potential. - Employ a variety of strategies to promote positive behavior and engagement in learning activities. - Monitor and record the progress of pupils with additional needs, and contribute to the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs). - Assist with the adaptation of teaching materials and methods to meet diverse learning requirements. - Support with personal care needs of pupils as necessary, ensuring dignity and respect at all times. - Foster effective relationships with pupils, staff, parents, and external agencies involved in the children's education. - Attend and contribute to meetings and training sessions relevant to the role. - Maintain a safe and organized learning environment, ensuring resources are well-managed and prepared as needed. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community. If you have a passion for supporting children's development and an affinity for working with SEND pupils, we would like to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a covering letter showcasing your suitability for the role. We're looking forward to having you join our dedicated team and making a positive impact in our school community.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact Alfie Lang on 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6008 and click on the apply button.<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;150 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> Alfie Lang&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6008</strong></strong>