--- **Job Title:** 1:1 ASD Teaching Assistant **Location:** Chorley, Lancashire **Job Description:** We are searching for a compassionate and experienced 1:1 ASD Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team in Chorley, Lancashire. In this role, you will provide essential support to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), helping to foster a supportive and inclusive educational environment that enables them to reach their full potential. **Key Responsibilities:** - Provide individualised support to a student with ASD, adapting to their educational, social, and emotional needs. - Implement learning activities and strategies as directed by the teacher to facilitate the student's engagement and progress. - Work closely with the class teacher to understand the educational goals and individual support plan for the student. - Utilise various techniques to promote positive behaviour and support the student's communication and interaction skills. - Monitor and report on the student's progress, providing feedback to the teacher, parents, and relevant professionals. - Assist the student during transitions within the school day, including between activities and class settings. - Collaborate with other members of staff to maintain a safe and structured learning environment. - Attend to the personal care needs of the student as required, ensuring dignity and respect at all times. - Participate in relevant meetings, training, and professional development activities to enhance knowledge and skills. **Qualifications & Experience:** - NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or a related field. - Experience working with children with ASD in an educational setting. - Strong understanding of the challenges faced by students with ASD and proven strategies to address their individual needs. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students, staff, and families. - Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of students with ASD. - Flexibility to adapt to changing situations and the individual needs of students. - Commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of all students. **What We Offer:** - The opportunity to make a significant difference in the education and life of a child with ASD. - A supportive and collaborative working environment. - Continuous professional development and career progression opportunities. **Application Process:** If you are committed to delivering outstanding one-to-one support and believe that you meet the necessary qualifications and experience, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate. --- This job description is an invitation for suitable candidates to apply for the role and outlines both the responsibilities involved in the role and what potential applicants can expect in terms of support and professional development.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Sara Rodrigues on 01772 540 740 | Ext: 3025.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>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.<br /><br />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.<br /><br />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).<br /><br />Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />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.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Sara Rodrigues&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01772 540 740 | Ext: 3025</strong></strong>