HLTA​/Experienced Teaching Assistant

Location:

Plymouth.

Hours:

Full-time. Salary:
Pay is to scale and dependent on experience.

The successful candidate will support teaching and learning across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. The role involves:

• Providing 1:1 support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including children with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Covering teachers' Planning, Preparation and Assessment (PPA) time by confidently leading whole‑class learning across the school.
• Working closely with teachers and the SEND team to deliver high‑quality learning experiences.
• Promoting a positive, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
• Supporting pupils' academic, social and emotional development.

• HLTA status or strong experience as a Teaching Assistant within a primary school.
• Experience supporting children with SEND, including pupils with EHCPs.
• Confidence in leading whole‑class learning across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A flexible, proactive and positive approach.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• A welcoming and supportive working environment.
• Friendly, enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning.
• A committed and experienced staff team.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training.
• A full‑time position with pay to scale, dependent on experience.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children's education every day.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

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 check, 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 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.

Holly Smith
Telephone: | Ext: 6007