Student Support Worker; School

Role:
School Support Worker (School Hours)

Location:

Taunton & Surrounding Areas – Pay: £92.00 – £109.00 per day –

Contract:

Temporary / Long‑Term Opportunities Available –

Hours:

School Hours (Typically 8:30 am – 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday)

We are recruiting School Support Workers to support children and young people across a range of schools in Taunton and the surrounding areas. This is a fantastic opportunity for people with experience in care, support work, youth work, mentoring, coaching, or SEND who want to use their skills in an educational setting.

As a School Support Worker, you will provide valuable support to students throughout the school day, helping them feel confident, included, and ready to learn. You may support pupils with additional needs, emotional regulation, behaviour, or learning challenges, working alongside teachers and school staff to create a positive and supportive environment.

• Providing 1:1 support for students who need additional help
• Supporting small group activities and interventions
• Helping pupils access learning and develop independence
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement
• Supporting students socially and emotionally
• Building trusting relationships with young people
• Working as part of a wider school team

We are looking for people who are caring, reliable, and passionate about supporting young people. Previous school experience is not essential – relevant experience can come from:

• Care or support work
• Youth work
• Residential childcare
• Volunteering
• Coaching or mentoring
• Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs

You'll need patience, resilience, and the ability to build positive relationships with students.

• School hours only – no evenings or weekends
• Great for people with childcare commitments, studies, hobbies, or other interests
• Gain valuable experience across different school settings
• Opportunity to develop skills for careers in teaching, psychology, SEND, or youth work
• Potential for long‑term and permanent opportunities

A driving licence and access to your own vehicle are desirable as the role may involve travelling between different schools.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and 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. 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 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.

Contact:
Sancha Clark

Telephone:  l Ext: 2016