SEND Teaching Assistant

Experienced SEND Teaching Assistant – Full Time

Location:

Plymouth

Start Date:

ASAP or September 2025 Are you a passionate and experienced SEND Teaching Assistant seeking a rewarding full-time role in Plymouth? We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate professional to join a nurturing and inclusive school environment, supporting pupils with a range of complex needs. This is a full-time opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

The role is to commence as soon as possible, though a September 2025 start will also be considered for the right candidate.

About the Role:

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and the wider support team to provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with complex communication and interaction needs. Many of the children you will support have Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), physical disabilities, and/or complex medical conditions.

Your role will be central to helping them access the curriculum and engage meaningfully in school life. You will be based in a warm and welcoming setting that values inclusion, individuality, and the holistic development of every child. Working in collaboration with teaching staff, therapists, and families, you will help create a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate :
We are seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant with:
Proven experience supporting pupils with SEND, particularly those with ASC and/or complex physical or medical needs A strong understanding of inclusive education and differentiated learning strategies Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A calm, patient, and empathetic approach The ability to work effectively within a team, as well as independently Training in areas such as manual handling, Team Teach, PECS, or Makaton would be highly desirable, though not essential.

What We Offer:

A fulfilling and impactful role within a dedicated and supportive team Continuous professional development and training opportunities A positive, child-centred environment Competitive rates of pay This position is ideal for someone who is truly committed to supporting pupils with additional needs and is looking for a long-term role where they can build strong relationships and see tangible progress. If you are ready to make a difference and join a school where every child is valued, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to secure your place for an immediate start or for the new academic year in September 2025. INDDEV

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Madeline Taylor-Edwards on  .

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).

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.

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Contact: Madeline Taylor-Edwards

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