1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant at a Weymouth primary school to support pupils inside and outside the classroom.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups, assist children with additional needs, foster inclusive learning, and help monitor progress. Hours are 8:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday during term time, paying £14.25–£15.10 per hour. DBS checks may be required.

Qualifications

• Have experience working with children, ideally within a school or educational setting.
• Be patient, compassionate, and able to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Be confident supporting children with a range of additional needs
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Be adaptable and able to respond to the needs of individual pupils
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assisting children with additional learning and SEND needs
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in learning
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional, and academic development
• Working alongside teachers to deliver inclusive and stimulating lessons
• Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback where appropriate
• Helping to create a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment

Skills

Experience with children

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Job description

Are you passionate about helping children reach their full potential? Do you enjoy making a positive difference in young people's lives? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Weymouth is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join its supportive team. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment where every child feels valued, encouraged, and empowered to succeed.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom. Working closely with teachers and support staff, you will help create engaging learning experiences and ensure that all pupils can access the curriculum and thrive.

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assisting children with additional learning and SEND needs
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in learning
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional, and academic development
• Working alongside teachers to deliver inclusive and stimulating lessons
• Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback where appropriate
• Helping to create a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment

About You

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and proactive individual who is passionate about supporting children.

• Have experience working with children, ideally within a school or educational setting
• Be patient, compassionate, and able to build positive relationships with pupils
• Be confident supporting children with a range of additional needs
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Be adaptable and able to respond to the needs of individual pupils
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

This role would suit candidates from backgrounds such as:

• Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant
• Early Years Practitioner
• Care or support work
• Youth work or mentoring
• Sports coaching
• Children's residential support
• Psychology or Education graduates seeking school experience

Why Join Axcis Education?

• Access to high-quality SEND training and ongoing CPD
• A dedicated consultant who understands your career goals
• Competitive rates of pay and weekly payroll
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
• The chance to make a genuine and lasting difference to children's lives

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm (Term Time Only)

Pay: £14.25 – £15.10 per hour

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

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.

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. 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).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

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.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Contact: Sarah Guest Telephone: [phone] l Ext: 6010