Teaching Assistant - PEG Feeding

Overview

1:1 Teaching Assistant – PEG Feeding Experience Essential.

Location:

Bourton‑on‑the‑Water, GL54.

Schedule:

full‑time, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm, starting in September. Salary: £92.63 per day. This role offers a temporary position with the possibility of permanent contract following an initial period.

• Provide dedicated support to a Reception pupil throughout the school day.
• Safely administer PEG feeds in line with training and care plans.
• Support the child’s learning, communication and engagement in classroom activities.
• Promote independence, confidence and inclusion.
• Work closely with teaching staff, SEN professionals and parents to ensure the child’s needs are met.

• Previous experience administering PEG feeds.
• Confidence supporting individuals with medical or additional needs.
• A caring, patient and reliable approach.
• Ability to work full‑time, Monday to Friday.

• Experience working with children in a school, nursery or childcare setting.
• Experience supporting children with additional needs.
• Experience providing PEG feeding support in healthcare, care or adult support settings.

• Full‑time, term‑time working pattern.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.
• Supportive school environment.
• Ongoing training and guidance.
• Potential for a permanent contract with the school following an initial temporary period.

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. You will be required to provide an up‑to‑date DBS or 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.

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.