Bourton-on-the-Water, GL54, Gloucestershire
Full-Time Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
Term Time Only
Pay: £92.63-£105 per day depending on experience
Start Date: 2nd September
Contract: Temporary with the view to go permanent after 3 months
Job Overview
A welcoming and supportive primary school is looking for a compassionate and experienced 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a child in Reception with complex medical and additional needs. This full-time role involves supporting the child's personal and medical care requirements, including PEG feeding, and helping the child access learning, build confidence, and feel safe and supported throughout the school day.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with one child in Reception on a 1:1 basis, supporting both learning and medical needs throughout the day
- Support the child in lessons and play-based learning activities
- Carry out PEG feeding safely and confidently
- Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals
- Provide emotional reassurance and encouragement
- Support communication, engagement, and social development
- Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience with PEG feeding
- Experience supporting children with additional needs, medical needs, or SEND
- Comfortable working within a primary school environment
- Patient, caring and attentive approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one through Axcis
Desirable Experience
- Experience supporting children in EYFS or Reception
- Knowledge of autism, speech and language needs, or complex needs
- Relevant TA, childcare, health care, or SEND qualifications
What the School Offers
- A supportive and welcoming school team
- Ongoing training and guidance
- A meaningful role making a genuine difference every day
- Consistent full-time hours
- Opportunity for a long term or permanent position
Equal Opportunities Statement
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. 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.
