SEN Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 16,420 - 17,527; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for training and professional development

Supportive leadership

Potential referral bonuses

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the United Kingdom seeks a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support a pupil in Weymouth. The role involves providing tailored assistance, promoting inclusion, and working collaboratively with teachers. Candidates should have prior experience with SEN and a nurturing approach. This full-time position offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with special educational needs is essential.
• Nurturing and patient attitude towards supporting learning.
• Commitment to safeguarding and willing to undergo DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored one-on-one support for a pupil with SEN.
• Support lesson delivery and behaviour management.
• Encourage pupil progress in core subjects.
• Contribute to assessments and IEP reviews.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement support strategies.

Skills

Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or supporting children with SEN

Patient and adaptable approach

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Level 2/3 TA qualification

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Weymouth, Dorset

Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm

Pay Rate: £89-£95 per day

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Weymouth. The school is dedicated to securing the best possible outcomes for all pupils—both academically and pastorally. With a strong emphasis on supporting the whole child, the school promotes core values for life and provides a caring, inclusive environment where every pupil can thrive.

Key responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support for a pupil with SEN, ensuring their individual needs are met and inclusion is promoted
• Support with lesson delivery, behaviour management, and preparation of resources
• Encourage and monitor pupil progress in reading, writing, and mathematics
• Record observations and contribute to assessments and IEP reviews
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher and SENCo to implement support strategies

Person specification

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or supporting children with SEN (essential)
• Patient, adaptable, and nurturing approach to supporting learning
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Level 2/3 TA qualification (desirable)
• Commitment to safeguarding and willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check

What we offer

• Supportive leadership and a friendly, collaborative staff team
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• A rewarding role where you will make a tangible difference to a child’s education and wellbeing

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and are looking for a fulfilling role, we would love to hear from you.

Contact Sarah Guest on 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6010 for more information.

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 does 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.