SEND Teaching Assistant

2 days ago

Plymouth, United Kingdom Axcis Education Recruitment Full time

Teaching Assistant – Supporting Students with Complex Medical & Physical Needs Location: PlymouthStart Date: JanuaryPay: £89–£95 per dayHours: Full-time Are you a care worker, healthcare assistant, or medical support professional looking to bring your skills into an educational setting? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to support students with severe medical needs, physical disabilities, and complex learning requirements. This role is ideal for someone who naturally demonstrates resilience, patience, empathy, and strong communication skills. You will play a vital part in ensuring students feel safe, supported, and able to access learning in a meaningful way. What the role involves: Providing day-to-day support for students with significant medical and physical needs Working closely with teaching staff, therapists, and medical professionals Assisting with personal care routines where required Creating a nurturing, calm, and structured learning environment Using clear, compassionate communication to support emotional well‑being Remaining resilient and adaptable in a dynamic, needs‑led setting We’re looking for: Experience in care, healthcare, or medical support settings Genuine empathy and patience Strong communication and teamwork skills A calm approach and the ability to stay level‑headed under pressure A commitment to safeguarding and student welfare If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people and bring your specialist care experience into a school environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to start your journey this January. Contact: Holly SmithTelephone: 01392 949022 | Ext: 6007 For more details, contact your local Axcis office. We offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. 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. 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr

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