Job Title: Teaching Assistant – Supporting Children with Challenging Behaviour Location: Wirral, CH46 Contract Type: Full Time Start Date: Immediate or September starts About the Role We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and proactive Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team in the CH46 area. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to making a real difference in the lives of young people. You will work closely with classroom teachers and pastoral staff to support pupils who present with a range of behavioural, emotional, and social challenges. Your role will be key in helping these students access learning, regulate their emotions, and reach their full potential. Key Responsibilities Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with behavioural needs Assist the class teacher with planning and delivering tailored learning activities Help create a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment Promote positive behaviour through clear boundaries and consistent routines Support students in managing emotions and developing self-regulation strategies Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCOs, and external agencies as required About You We’re looking for someone who: Has experience working with children or young people with challenging behaviour Is calm, patient, and emotionally resilient Can build positive and trusting relationships with students Has strong communication and teamwork skills Is flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of individual pupils Has a genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and well-being Has an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to get one Desirable but not essential: Experience in a PRU, SEN, or alternative provision setting Knowledge of de-escalation strategies and trauma-informed practice What We Offer A supportive and experienced staff team Ongoing professional development and training opportunities A rewarding role where every day is different A school community committed to inclusion and positive outcomes for all Weekly pay INDLIV<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact James Kerrison on 0151 459 9299 l Ext: 3030.<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> James Kerrison&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0151 459 9299 l Ext: 3030</strong></strong>