1:1 Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – 1:1 SupportLocation: Blandford Forum Working Pattern: Term time only, Monday to Friday Hours: Between 8.30am – 4pm Pay: £90 – £100 per day (weekly pay) Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people? Would you like to be part of a supportive team dedicated to helping every learner reach their full potential? Axcis Education is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to join an outstanding SEN school in Blandford Forum, providing 1:1 support to children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and a range of complex needs. This rewarding role offers the chance to provide consistency, encouragement and tailored support, helping each student thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The school delivers a well-established programme of specialist education and access to comprehensive clinical and therapeutic services. The Role • Provide personalised 1:1 support to help students remain focused, engaged, and motivated • Assist teachers in planning and delivering creative, individualised learning activities • Support students’ academic, emotional, and social development with consistent guidance • Promote progress in communication, independence, social interaction, and self-care • Help maintain a calm, structured, and positive learning environment • Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to deliver a trauma-informed, holistic approach • Build strong, trusting relationships to create a safe, nurturing atmosphere The Ideal Candidate • Experience supporting children or young people with ASC or other SEN • A genuine passion for helping learners with additional needs • Strong communication, patience, and organisational skills • A flexible, proactive, and team-focused attitude Why Join Axcis Education? • Access to specialist SEN training and ongoing professional development • The opportunity to make a meaningful, day-to-day impact • Consistent hours and competitive daily pay If you enjoy supporting others and celebrating their success, this role offers the chance to make a truly positive difference. INDDEVIf you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Sarah Guest on 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6010.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).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.View the disclaimer