Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire Position: Full-time Hours: 8.30 am - 3.30 pm Salary: £90 per day PAYE We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Teaching Assistant to join a friendly and inclusive primary school located in Salisbury, Wiltshire. Ideally, we are looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting students with a range of SEND and who can contribute to a positive educational environment. Key Responsibilities: - Work under the guidance of the classroom teacher to support SEND students in achieving their individual educational and developmental goals. - Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans and provide tailored support to students with a variety of learning needs, such as ASC, ADHD, dyslexia and other specific learning difficulties. - Encourage and assist students during classroom activities, ensuring they remain engaged and motivated. - Monitor and track the progress of students, providing feedback to teachers and parents/guardians as necessary. - Promote positive behaviour and social skills, implementing strategies to support students in managing their own behaviour. - Prepare and organize resources and materials to assist in delivering effective learning activities. - Contribute to creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment for all students. - Participate in relevant meetings/training sessions to further professional development and improve student support. - Act as a liaison between the school, home, and other professionals involved in the students' education, when appropriate. Qualifications and Skills: - Previous experience working as a teaching assistant or within a special education setting is preferred. - A patient, empathetic, and resilient individual who is comfortable working with children who have a range of learning difficulties and behavioural challenges. - Good understanding of the curriculum and various educational strategies to support children with SEND. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with teachers, parents/guardians, and other professionals. - NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent in Supporting Teaching and Learning or relevant qualifications in special education would be advantageous. - Sound organisational skills and the ability to manage time effectively. - Enhanced DBS check or willingness to undertake 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>