SEND Multi Trades Lead

Do you have a passion for supporting students who struggle to access a curriculum in a mainstream school? Do you have a passion and experience of delivering multi-trades to students or adults? We are looking for a Multi Trades Lead to support students aged 9-16 on a 1:1 basis and small group basis, ensuring they are well supported and have access to a bespoke curriculum, tailored to their needs.

• Salary ranges from £23,250-£38,756, depending on SEND experience and qualifications.
• Hours:
  
  Monday to Friday, 8.45am – 4:45pm
• Position:
  Permanent (Temp to perm option)
• Start Date:
  
  7th September 2026

• You will be delivering a variety of trade skills to students who are looking to obtain a work based placement, or apprenticeship, in a trade.
• Working alongside teachers and support staff, you will play a key role in helping students access learning, develop confidence, and engage positively with school life.
• You must be able to drive, as part of your role will be commuting between sites in and around Totnes.
• You must have an enthusiasm for supporting students with complex needs, who may struggle to self-regulate.
• Teaching students with SEMH on a one-to-one basis and in small groups
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional development
• Helping to create a calm, structured, and nurturing environment

• The school supports students aged 9–16 whose needs cannot be met in mainstream education.
• All pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) related to Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• The school prides itself on providing a safe, inclusive environment where students are supported to thrive both academically and personally.

• Friendly, patient, and empathetic
• Passionate about supporting young people
• Confident communicators and team players
• Motivated to make a real difference in students’ lives

Previous experience with young people with SEND is not essential working . This role would suit graduates, youth workers, trades men and woman, , or anyone with a genuine interest in working with young people and delivering trade skills.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and support young people to reach their potential, we’d love to hear from you.

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).

If the position you are applying for 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.