Teaching Assistant – School

Axcis Education is recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to work at a school on the outskirts of Hereford. The role starts in September and runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, during term time only.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will primarily work on a 1:1 basis with a pupil who has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). You will support the pupil both in and out of the classroom, helping them access learning and settle into school life.

• Provide consistent support to the pupil throughout the school day.
• Assist the pupil in accessing learning activities and resources.
• Support classroom tasks, including transitions between activities.
• Build a positive relationship with the pupil to facilitate their success.

• Previous experience working with children on a 1:1 basis or within an educational setting.
• Ability to build rapport quickly, adapt to the pupil’s needs and support wherever required.
• Appropriate qualifications for the role and willingness to provide an up-to-date DBS (or allow Axcis to process one).

• Hourly pay of £14.25.
• Training and ongoing support throughout placement.
• Temporary contract, unless stated otherwise.
• Salary / Pay Rate may be adjusted based on skills and experience.

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. Accordingly, all staff will be required to provide DBS (or allow Axcis to process one), in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with DfE guidelines.

If the position involves working with children or vulnerable adults, it is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

You will be required to attend a face‑to‑face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Contact:
Libby Regan |  | Ext: 2012