**Job Title: Teaching Assistant (Part-time, Flexible)** **Location: Shaftesbury, Dorset** **Salary: £90 per day** **Job Overview:** We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join Axcis Education to help support schools in and around Shaftesbury. As a Teaching Assistant, you will provide support to classroom teachers in delivering educational excellence to a diverse group of students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities. This part-time, flexible role is perfect for someone who is passionate about education and thrives in an environment where no two days are the same. **Key Responsibilities:** - Assist the classroom teacher in preparing and delivering engaging lessons that cater to the needs of all students. - Provide targeted support to individuals or small groups of students, including those with SEND, under the direction of the teacher. - Contribute to creating a safe, supportive, and motivating learning environment. - Monitor and support pupil progress, both academically and socially, keeping thorough records when necessary. - Assist with classroom management and maintaining discipline in line with the school's policies. - Support the teacher in the use of resources and equipment, ensuring materials are available and prepared for lessons. - Help manage the behaviour of pupils while they are undertaking work, ensuring a constructive environment. - Participate in school events and activities when required. - Collaborate with teachers, parents, and professionals to support the individual needs of pupils. - Maintain confidentiality on all school and student matters. - Support students during lunch breaks, excursions, and extracurricular activities as needed. **Qualifications and Skills:** - Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or working with children is desirable but not essential. - Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. - Patience, resilience, and a positive, encouraging attitude. - Flexibility and adaptability to work with students of various abilities and needs. - Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, and parents. - Good organisational skills and the ability to manage time effectively. - A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or a willingness to undergo training. - A valid Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Grace O'Neill on 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6009.<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> Grace O'Neill&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6009</strong></strong>