Teaching Assistant (SEND Support) TA1, Taunton, Somerset £12 - £15 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? At our School, we are dedicated to creating a nurturing and vibrant environment for students aged 4 to 19 with severe learning difficulties, profound multiple learning difficulties and autism. Could you be the compassionate, patient person they need? Why us? Every child deserves the chance to thrive. Our school celebrates each student's unique achievements, no matter how small. As part of our team, you'll work closely with a small group of 3-4 students, providing personalised support in one-on-one or two-on-one settings, helping them reach their full potential. What Makes Us Special? • Supportive Community: You’ll be welcomed into a team where your well-being matters as much as the students'. • Personalised Learning: Our tailored approach helps each child develop independence and essential life skills. • Inspiring Facilities: With sensory rooms and outdoor spaces, we offer a therapeutic and engaging learning environment. • Professional Growth: We provide specialised training and ongoing development, helping you grow your skills in SEND education. What You’ll Do: • Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with a variety of SEND needs. • Assist in creating an inclusive, engaging classroom environment, helping students with both academic and social development. • Build trusting relationships, boosting students’ confidence and emotional well-being. • Collaborate with teachers and therapists to tailor learning to each child’s needs. What We’re Looking For: • Previous experience with children or young people, ideally in SEND, care work, or youth support roles. • Patience, compassion, and a genuine desire to make a difference in vulnerable children’s lives. • Strong teamwork and communication skills. • Ability to calmly support students with challenging behaviour. If you’re ready to transform lives and be part of a school that truly values every child and staff member, we want to hear from you! Join our school and help shape a brighter future for children with SEND. Apply now and be part of a community that makes every moment count! INDSW<br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact Mia Green on 0117 472 2400 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> Mia Green&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0117 472 2400</strong></strong>