Job Title: Vocational Instructor / Learning Support Assistant Location On the outskirts of Totnes, Devon Job Type: Full-time (Start ASAP) Working Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Role Overview: We are seeking a passionate and versatile individual to join an alternative secondary provision as a Vocational Instructor / Learning Support Assistant. This role is perfect for a qualified teacher who is looking for a dynamic working environment and is keen on dividing their time between teaching Food Technology lessons and providing learning support as a teaching assistant. The candidate will play a dual role at the facility: delivering high-quality vocational education as an instructor and assisting in our classroom as a teaching assistant. The focus will be on supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties, as well as those who have experienced trauma. We are looking for a resilient, adaptable, and compassionate professional to help our students thrive. Responsibilities: - Design and deliver effective Food Technology lessons that cater to the vocational needs and interests of students. - Work alongside staff to support teaching and learning activities in the classroom. - Provide one-on-one and group support to children facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges. - Modify conventional teaching methods to suit the individual needs of students with diverse learning styles. - Collaborate with other educators, mental health professionals, and caregivers to develop individualized educational plans (IEPs) that support student success. - Monitor and evaluate student progress, providing feedback and additional assistance as required. - Foster a safe, nurturing, and positive learning environment. - Maintain professional and supportive relationships with students, staff, and parents. Qualifications: - Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching certification. - Experience in teaching Food Technology or a related vocational subject is preferred. - Strong background in supporting children with special educational needs, particularly those with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to adapt teaching methods to support a variety of learning needs. - Patience, resilience, and a deep commitment to student development. - Relevant training or experience in trauma-informed practices will be an advantage. Remuneration: The successful candidate will be paid as a teacher for one day and as a teaching assistant for the remaining days of the week. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply for this fulfilling role. If you are interested in making a significant difference in the lives of children and have the skills and qualifications we are looking for, please apply to this advert today.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact Jacob Chisholm on 01392 949 022 | Ext: 6005 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> Jacob Chisholm&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01392 949 022 | Ext: 6005</strong></strong>