Job Title: Teaching Assistant – Special School for Children with Complex Needs Location: Plymouth Hours: Full-time, Term Time Only Axcis are working with a specialist school catering to children and young people with complex needs, including severe learning difficulties and associated challenges. Many of of their learners have complex communication and interaction needs, including those linked to Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Condition, physical disabilities, and/or complex medical conditions. All of their pupils have an Education, Health, and Care Plan. The school are dedicated to providing a supportive, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every learner is encouraged to reach their full potential. The Role We are seeking a passionate and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join their committed team. You will play a vital role in supporting learners with their education, personal development, and wellbeing. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with complex needs. Responsibilities • Support pupils in the classroom under the direction of the class teacher. • Work 1:1 or in small groups to deliver tailored support for individual learning needs. • Use specialist communication methods, such as Makaton or PECS, where required. • Assist with personal care, including toileting and feeding, where necessary. • Provide physical support for pupils with mobility challenges or physical disabilities. • Help manage challenging behaviours using positive reinforcement techniques. • Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment. • Support the implementation of EHCP goals and contribute to progress tracking. About You The ideal candidate will have: • A passion for working with children and young people with complex needs. • Previous experience as a teaching assistant or in a care/support role (desirable but not essential). • Knowledge or experience with SEND, including Autism, Down Syndrome, or physical disabilities. • An understanding of specialist communication methods (Makaton, PECS, etc.) or a willingness to learn. • Patience, resilience, and a nurturing approach to behaviour management. • Excellent teamwork and communication skills. • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. INDDEV <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Holly Smith on 01392 949022 | Ext: 6007.<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> Holly Smith&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01392 949022 | Ext: 6007</strong></strong>