Learning Support Teaching Assistant – Secondary School

Axcis Education Recruitment; West of England; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment is seeking a Learning Support Teaching Assistant to support secondary-aged pupils in a Bristol secondary school (BS3). The role is full-time, term-time only, ASAP start, and long-term to the end of the academic year.

Working in the Learning Support Base, you will assist with classwork, organisation and pastoral support, helping students gain confidence, independence and positive learning habits.

Qualifications

• Experience working with secondary-aged pupils in a school or SEND environment.
• Patient, approachable and adaptable when supporting young people.
• Able to provide both academic and pastoral support.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Work within the Learning Support Base to support pupils throughout the school day.
• Help pupils with classwork, organisation or learning when they drop in.
• Provide pastoral and emotional support to pupils facing difficulties.
• Assist with developing confidence, independence and positive learning habits.
• Build strong relationships with a wide range of secondary pupils.
• Collaborate with teachers, the SENCO and pastoral teams to ensure appropriate support.
• Help maintain a calm, welcoming, and inclusive environment in the Learning Support Base.

Skills

Experience with secondary pupils

Job description

ASAP Start • Full-time • Term-time Only • Long-term to End of Academic Year Pay: £92.63–£97.00 per day

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or SEND professional looking for a varied role supporting secondary-aged pupils? Axcis Education is working with a welcoming secondary school in BS3, Bristol, to recruit a dedicated Learning Support Teaching Assistant to join their Learning Support Base. The Learning Support Base provides a welcoming drop-in space for pupils who need additional academic, emotional or pastoral support during the school day. This is a varied role where every day can look different, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working with young people and building positive relationships.

About the Role

• Work within the school's Learning Support Base, providing support to pupils throughout the school day
• Support students who drop in for additional help with classwork, organisation or learning
• Provide pastoral and emotional support to pupils who may be experiencing difficulties
• Help students develop confidence, independence and positive approaches to learning
• Build strong, trusting relationships with a wide range of secondary-aged pupils
• Work closely with teaching staff, the SENCO and pastoral teams to ensure pupils receive appropriate support
• Help maintain a calm, welcoming and inclusive environment within the Learning Support Base

The Ideal Candidate

• Has experience working with secondary-aged pupils, ideally within a school or SEND environment
• Is approachable, patient and confident when supporting young people
• Can provide both academic and pastoral support
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Is adaptable and comfortable dealing with different situations throughout the day
• Has experience supporting SEND, SEMH or additional needs (desirable but not essential)
• Is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning

Why Apply?

• Work within a dedicated Learning Support Base in a secondary school
• Enjoy a varied role where no two days are the same
• Support pupils with both their academic and pastoral needs
• Gain valuable experience across SEND, inclusion and pastoral support
• Join a supportive school environment with opportunities for professional development
• Secure a long-term position through to the end of the academic year
• Receive ongoing support from your dedicated Axcis Education consultant

Key Details

• Role: Learning Support Teaching Assistant
• Location: BS3, Bristol
• Setting: Secondary School
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Long-term to the end of the academic year
• Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, term-time only
• Pay: £92.63–£97.00 per day

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: Dan Davey

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 2003