Primary Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Forest of Dean; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment is seeking a passionate Primary Teaching Assistant in the Forest of Dean, dedicated to supporting children with special educational needs. This full-time role involves working closely with students, delivering personalized learning while promoting emotional well-being and academic growth. The ideal candidate should be flexible, reliable, and eager to help create a nurturing learning atmosphere. Graduates in fields such as sociology, psychology, or arts are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Opportunity to make a difference in students' lives

Referral bonuses for recommending friends

Potential for a permanent position

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND is desirable.
• Calm, consistent approach to behaviour management.
• Reliable and professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 classroom support.
• Assisting in tailored learning plans.
• Creating a safe, positive learning environment.

Skills

Supporting children with SEND

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Education

Graduates in Sociology, Psychology, Sports, Music, Art and Drama

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant Location: Forest Of Dean Hours: Full-time, September start, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm Contract: Temporary with the potential to become permanent Pay: £89 per day About the Role: Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Do you value emotional well-being as much as academic development? If so, we’d love to hear from you! Axcis is partnering with a mainstream Primary school that supports students with ASD and learning difficulties. As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a key role in providing daily support, helping to create a positive, caring, and stimulating learning environment. What you will be doing: • Providing 1:1 classroom support • Assisting in the delivery of tailored learning plans in a nurturing, structured environment • Helping to create a safe, positive space that encourages engagement and growth • Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and families to support individual progress What we’re looking for: • Experience supporting children or young people with SEND -Desirable • Confidence working 1:1 with students • A calm and consistent approach to behaviour management • Flexibility and willingness to adapt to students’ individual needs • Reliable, punctual, and professional attitude • Passion for inclusive education and making a difference • Driver – Desirable Graduates in fields such as sociology, psychology, sports, music, art and drama are also highly encouraged to apply! If you are passionate about supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities and want to play a vital role in their development, we would love to hear from you!

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Lauren Featherstone on 0117 472 2400 l Ext: 2017.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

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).

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.

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Contact: Lauren Featherstone

Telephone: [phone] l Ext: 2017