Axcis are working with a mainstream school in the Oldham area to recruit a teaching assistant for their SEND class. The role is Monday to Friday 8.30am – 3.30pm and will be ongoing. Candidates will be required to support two pupils in the school’s SEND KS1 class attached to their mainstream provision. The two autistic pupils have a range of needs and behaviours and with the right support is a joy to be around. Experience with ASD is essential for this role as you will need to draw on your experience and knowledge to devise strategies to engage the pupils and manage their behaviour. The school has been praised for their commitment to their SEND class and the facilities they provide. Essential Requirements: • UK experience of working with pupils with autism and challenging behaviour. • Knowledge and understanding of strategies for managing challenging behaviour and promoting positive behaviour. • Strong communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, and parents. • A patient, caring, and flexible approach, with the ability to adapt to the needs of the individual pupil. • An understanding of the importance of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. • Enhanced DBS Registered on the update service Desirable Requirements: • A relevant qualification in education or special educational needs. • Experience of using visual supports and other communication aids to support pupils with autism. • Knowledge and understanding of a range of special educational needs. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact Rachel Grant on 0161 529 9200 | Ext: 5004 and click on the apply button.<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;150 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> Rachel Grant&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0161 529 9200 | Ext: 5004</strong></strong>