At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs in a dynamic school environment.
- Company: Axcis Education, dedicated to enhancing educational experiences for all students.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, long-term role, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Opportunity to develop specialist skills in SEMH education.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and help students thrive academically and emotionally.
- Qualifications: Experience with children and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Axcis Education is looking to appoint a dedicated Teaching Assistant for a specialist all-through SEMH school in Yeovil. This Teaching Assistant role offers the chance to support children and young people aged across both primary and secondary phases who require additional support with their social, emotional and mental health needs.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will be an important part of the school's wider support network, helping pupils overcome barriers to education and develop the skills needed to succeed. The successful Teaching Assistant will work with learners who may have experienced challenges that impact their engagement in school, requiring a patient, understanding, and consistent approach.
This Teaching Assistant position is ideal for candidates who enjoy building positive relationships and supporting pupils to make progress academically, socially, and emotionally.
Key Responsibilities:- Working alongside teaching staff to support pupils throughout the school day
- Delivering one-to-one and small-group interventions as a Teaching Assistant
- Encouraging pupils to engage with learning and classroom activities
- Supporting emotional wellbeing and promoting positive coping strategies
- Assisting pupils with communication, social interaction, and confidence building
- Helping to maintain a structured and supportive learning environment
- Contributing to behaviour support strategies and personalised learning plans
- Celebrating achievements and encouraging pupils to reach individual targets
- Experience working as a Teaching Assistant or supporting children and young people with additional needs
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- The ability to motivate and encourage pupils facing barriers to learning
- A genuine interest in SEMH education and pupil development
- Confidence working collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, and other professionals
- Long-term Teaching Assistant opportunity in Yeovil
- Work across an all-through SEMH provision supporting a variety of age groups
- Join a welcoming and experienced staff team
- Develop specialist skills as a Teaching Assistant within SEMH education
- Make a meaningful difference to pupils' educational journeys and future outcomes
If you are looking for a rewarding Teaching Assistant role in Yeovil and want to support pupils within a specialist SEMH school, apply today with Axcis Education.
Locations
Teaching Assistant in Somerset, Yeovil employer: Axcis Education
Axcis Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment for Teaching Assistants in Yeovil. With a focus on professional development and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs, employees are encouraged to grow their skills within a dedicated team. The school fosters a culture of collaboration and celebrates achievements, making it an ideal place for those passionate about education and student wellbeing.
