Job Title: Teaching Assistant Salary: £85-£95 per day Job Type: Full time Monday-Friday Location: Bridport, Dorset We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our mainstream primary school located in the heart of Bridport, Dorset. The ideal candidate will work closely with our students, including those with ASD, to provide tailored support and create an inclusive educational environment. Key Responsibilities: - Work 1-1 with ASD pupils, addressing their individual learning needs and helping them to achieve their full potential. - Assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students requiring additional support. - Collaborate with the class teacher to manage a classroom of 30 pupils, ensuring all students are engaged and supported in their learning. - Support the class teacher with lesson preparation, delivery, and assessment. - Facilitate a safe and positive learning environment for all students. - Utilize strategies such as PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) or Makaton to aid communication with students, where necessary. - Assist with the integration of speech and language therapy techniques in collaboration with our in-house specialist, to enhance pupils' communication skills. - Participate in school-wide activities and events, promoting the values and objectives of our educational establishment. - Maintain regular communication with parents, colleagues, and senior leadership team (SLT) to ensure consistent support for our students. - Engage in continuous professional development to improve skills and effectiveness as a Teaching Assistant. Desired Qualifications and Skills: - Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, particularly in a mainstream primary school setting. - Experience or strong interest in working with children with ASD and the application of person-centered approaches. - Knowledge of or experience with communication systems such as PECS or Makaton is preferable. - Ability to work collaboratively with a supportive SLT and a dedicated team of educators. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with pupils, staff, and parents. - A calm, patient, and caring demeanour, with the ability to manage challenging situations sensitively. We look forward to welcoming an enthusiastic and skilled Teaching Assistant to our team! INDDEV<br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact Madeline Taylor-Edwards on 01392 949 022 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> Madeline Taylor-Edwards&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01392 949 022 </strong></strong>