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SEND Teaching Assistant

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Education

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Contract

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Description

Location: Southampton
Pay: £92 - £100 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time and part-time positions, Term-Time Only

Make a Real Difference Every Day
Are you passionate about supporting children with SEND and want to be part of a nurturing, inclusive environment where every achievement is celebrated? We would love to hear from you.

Axcis Education is proud to be recruiting a compassionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils at a specialist school in Southampton. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with children and young people with a range of complex needs, including physical disabilities, medical needs, autism, communication difficulties and learning disabilities.

The Role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:
• Provide classroom and individual support to pupils with complex SEND.
• Assist students with their learning, communication and social development.
• Support children with personal care and mobility needs where required.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals.
• Help create a safe, engaging and positive learning environment.
• Encourage independence, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
• Record progress and contribute to pupil reviews and support plans.

Ideal Candidate
We are looking for candidates who have:
• Experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Knowledge of autism, physical disabilities, complex needs or communication difficulties.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for helping children reach their full potential.

Desirable Experience
• Teaching Assistant experience.
• Care, support work or healthcare background.
• Experience with personal care.
• Makaton, PECS or AAC communication methods.
• Moving and handling experience.

What Axcis Offers
• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Dedicated SEND specialist consultant.
• Access to free CPD and training courses.
• Flexible and long-term opportunities.
• Weekly pay.
• Opportunity to secure a permanent school position.

Apply Today
If you are an empathetic and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a fulfilling role supporting pupils with additional needs, apply now through Axcis Education.
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