Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Yeovil, Somerset Hours: Full-time, 8:15 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday We are currently looking for a compassionate and experienced Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a student with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in Yeovil, Somerset. This role is crucial in facilitating the inclusion and advancement of a student requiring tailored support due to trauma and challenging behaviours. Key Responsibilities: - Provide individual support to a student with SEMH, ensuring they can access the curriculum effectively. - Develop a trusting relationship with the student to foster a positive learning environment. - Work closely with the primary teacher to monitor the student's progress and adapt learning strategies as needed. - Implement the school's behaviour management policies and de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and respectful learning atmosphere. - Prepare learning materials that suit the individual needs of the student. - Assist the student in developing social skills by promoting positive interactions with their peers. - Provide consistent feedback to the teacher and relevant professionals about the student's development, behaviour, and emotional well-being. - Attend and contribute to the development of Individual Education Plans or equivalent documents for the student. Qualifications and Experience: - Experience with 1:1 support, particularly working with students who have experienced trauma or exhibit challenging behaviours. - NVQ Level 2 or 3 for Teaching Assistants (or equivalent qualification) or relevant experience in a similar role. - Knowledge and understanding of the complexities associated with SEND and SEMH. - Training in safeguarding and understanding the legalities around health and safety in a school setting. - Proven ability to work under the direction of a teacher and collaborate with other professionals. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with both children and adults. Additional Skills: - A caring, patient, and resilient character. - The ability to adapt to different educational needs and create bespoke strategies. - Strong time-management and organizational skills. - An approachable and supportive presence to students, staff, and parents. This role is ideally suited to an individual passionate about making a real difference in the lives of students with additional needs. If you have the skills and experience for this challenging yet incredibly rewarding position, we invite you to submit your application. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants. <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>