Flexible Part Time Work

Axcis Education Recruitment; Radstock; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible hours

Potential permanent after 12 weeks

Training and ongoing support

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment is seeking a flexible part-time Teaching Assistant in Bath to support pupils aged 5–18 with special educational needs in specialist and mainstream settings. The role runs Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, with ASAP or September start dates.

You will work 1:1 or in small groups under the guidance of teachers, helping pupils access learning and develop life skills while promoting independence and positive behaviour. Training and ongoing support are provided.

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs.
• Patient, compassionate, and adaptable.
• Previous experience in education, care, or youth work is desirable but not essential.
• Willing to undertake relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Support children with additional needs to access learning and develop life skills
• Encourage independence and promote positive behaviour
• Provide 1:1 or small group support under the direction of the class teacher
• Contribute to the social and emotional wellbeing of pupils
• Work collaboratively with a supportive school team

Skills

Patience

Compassionate

Adaptable

Teamwork

Job description

Flexible Part Time Work Bath Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm Start Date: ASAP, and September opportunities now available Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? We are looking for caring, reliable, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join our team supporting pupils across Bath in specialist school and mainstream settings. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with pupils aged 5–18 with learning disabilities and autism (ASC), helping them reach their full potential in a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment. You’ll be working alongside experienced teachers and support staff who are dedicated to creating engaging and inclusive classrooms.

Your role as a Teaching Assistant:

• Support children with additional needs to access learning and develop life skills
• Encourage independence and promote positive behaviour
• Provide 1:1 or small group support under the direction of the class teacher
• Contribute to the social and emotional wellbeing of pupils
• Work collaboratively with a supportive school team

What we offer:

• £14.25 per hour, paid weekly
• Hours available (8:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday)
• Ad hoc, daily work opportunities
• Opportunity for the role to become permanent after 12 weeks
• Flexible, ongoing work with immediate start dates available
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support

About you:

• Passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs
• Patient, compassionate, and adaptable
• Previous experience in education, care, or youth work is desirable but not essential
• Willing to undertake relevant training

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.

This is a temporary position unless stated otherwise.

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.

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