Are you a compassionate and patient Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in a child’s life? Axcis Education, a specialist SEND recruitment agency, is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support a Year 2 pupil with pica at a primary school in Bristol. Pica is an eating disorder characterised by the persistent consumption of non-food items, such as cotton, paper, or hair etc. While this condition requires careful management, the pupil is a sweet, engaging child who needs support to ensure they remain safe and can fully participate in the classroom. About the Role: • Full-time position: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm • Long-term with the potential for a permanent position • 1:1 support for a Year 2 pupil, focusing on preventing and managing pica behaviour and supporting the child in their learning • Collaborating with teachers and staff to create a safe, inclusive learning environment What we're looking for: • Experience working with children with SEND or specific behavioural needs • A caring, patient, and observant individual who can closely supervise and support the child • Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively with staff and parents • An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one) • Any experience with pica, autism, or similar conditions would be advantageous Why work with us? This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive school environment where you can make a real impact on a child's wellbeing and educational experience. Axcis Education specializes in placing talented staff in SEND roles, so you’ll be well-supported in this role and in your career development. If you have the passion, patience, and skills to support this lovely pupil and help them thrive in school, we’d love to hear from you! INDBRI <br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact Dan Davey on 0117 4722400 | Ext: 2003 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> Dan Davey&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0117 4722400 | Ext: 2003</strong></strong>