Make a Difference as a SEND Teaching Assistant in Sherborne! Are you a caring, patient and resilient Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Do you have experience supporting pupils with Autism (ASC), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs or challenging behaviour? Axcis Education is working in partnership with a well-established alternative provision in Sherborne, Dorset, to recruit a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant for an immediate start. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within an alternative education setting that supports pupils who may find mainstream education challenging or require additional support to re-engage with learning and develop the confidence to succeed. The school takes a relationship-led approach, guided by the values of "Believe, Achieve, Succeed", helping every pupil develop socially, emotionally and academically.
About the Role – 1:1 SEND Support
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing individualised 1:1 support for pupils with additional learning and behavioural needs.
- Supporting children and young people with Autism (ASC), SEMH and emotional regulation difficulties.
- Helping pupils manage challenging situations and develop positive coping strategies.
- Encouraging engagement with learning through creative, flexible and practical activities.
- Promoting positive behaviour, social interaction and emotional wellbeing.
- Building consistent, trusting relationships with pupils to support their personal development.
- Working collaboratively with teachers and other support staff to meet individual needs.
- Encouraging independence, confidence and positive learning experiences.
An Enhanced DBS check is required, alongside satisfactory safeguarding and compliance checks.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is:
- Caring, patient and empathetic, with a genuine passion for supporting young people.
- Experienced in working with children or young people with SEND, Autism, SEMH or behavioural needs.
- Calm, resilient and confident when managing challenging behaviour.
- Able to build positive relationships and establish trust with pupils.
- Flexible, creative and proactive in adapting support to individual needs.
- A confident communicator who enjoys working as part of a team.
- Keen to develop their knowledge and skills through ongoing training and professional development.
Experience in any of the following settings would be particularly beneficial:
- Alternative provision or Pupil Referral Units (PRUs).
- Specialist SEN or SEND schools.
- Mainstream schools supporting pupils with additional needs.
- SEMH, Autism or behavioural support settings.
- Residential care, youth work or similar support environments.
Why Apply?
- Competitive daily pay of £92.63 –£97.00
- Full-time, Monday to Friday working hours.
- Immediate start available.
- Full training and professional development opportunities.
- Access to free CPD and SEND‑specific training through Axcis Education.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
- The opportunity to gain valuable experience within alternative provision and specialist SEND education.
- A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to a young person's life.
If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, SEND Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or Support Worker looking to develop your career in specialist education, we would love to hear from you.
You do not need to have worked in an alternative provision previously, but you must have the right attitude, resilience and commitment to supporting young people with additional needs.
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.
Contact: Sarah Guest
Telephone: 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6010
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SEND Teaching Assistant in Sherborne employer: Axcis Education
Axcis Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the wellbeing of both staff and students. Located in the vibrant area of Stoke Newington, London, employees benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities and a collaborative environment that fosters personal growth. With a strong commitment to making a meaningful impact in the lives of students with PMLD and complex needs, Axcis Education stands out as a rewarding place to work for those passionate about education and care.
