Teaching Assistant Job Taunton area,England UK,Education / Teaching

We are looking for a full time TA/ LSA for a specialist primary and secondary school in Taunton that caters for pupils with complex social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. We provide education for children who often struggle to build and maintain healthy relationships due to these challenges. Many of our students display severe challenging behaviours, including issues related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, op positional defiance and even conduct problems such as aggression.

Some may also exhibit self-harm, eating disorders or medically unexplained physical symptoms.

About the Role:

We are looking for a TA who is emotionally robust, resilient and able to handle difficult and disruptive behaviour. You will support children both in the classroom and during more practical, creative activities like art and play therapy, helping them to engage with their learning while also addressing their emotional and social development.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide one-on-one and small group support to children with SEMH needs

Implement individual learning and behaviour plans in collaboration with teachers and therapists

Help de-escalate challenging situations and create a calm, supportive environment

Build trusting relationships with students who may be withdrawn or display opposition

Assist with both mainstream and practical learning activities tailored to individual needs

What We’re Looking For:

Strong emotional resilience and a proactive attitude

Ability to manage challenging behaviour effectively and calmly

Open to feedback and guidance with a willingness to listen and learn from experienced colleagues

Previous experience with children who have SEMH or SEN needs is an advantage but not essential

Please Note:

This role can be highly rewarding, but it is also demanding. Many of our pupils have been excluded from mainstream schools due to severe behavioural issues and their day-to-day reactions can be unpredictable. If you are not prepared to deal with these challenging situations, this role may not be suitable for you.

Why Us?

Work in a dedicated team passionate about making a real difference

The children are our priority, we recognise that each child has different needs which encourages our child-centred approach to learning and development

Ongoing professional development and training in trauma-informed care

A supportive environment that values your resilience and commitment

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Emma Court on | Ext: 2004.

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.

Contact:
Emma Court
Telephone: | Ext: 2004

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