**Job Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant - EYFS** **Location: Middleton, Greater Manchester** **Hours: Full-Time (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm)** **Job Overview:** We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Graduate Teaching Assistant to join our EYFS team at a friendly and supportive school in Middleton, Greater Manchester. The ideal candidate will be working on a 1:1 basis with a child who has suspected autism and ADHD. This is a unique opportunity for a graduate to gain valuable experience in a hands-on teaching environment while making a significant difference in the life of a young child. **Key Responsibilities:** - Provide targeted support to a child with special needs, focusing on helping them achieve developmental milestones. - Engage with the child actively, both indoors and outdoors, to encourage learning through play. - Understand and apply the principles of the EYFS curriculum in daily activities. - Contribute positively to the learning and development of the child by working collaboratively with the class teacher and special education needs coordinator (SENCO). - Be vigilant and proactive in managing challenging behaviours that may be related to autism and ADHD. - Assist with personal care requirements as and when they arise, ensuring the child's wellbeing at all times. - Maintain accurate records of the child’s progress and any areas for concern, to be shared with parents and the school’s senior leadership team. - Attend professional meetings and training sessions as required to develop your understanding of special educational needs and the EYFS curriculum. **Requirements:** - A university graduate with a strong academic background. - Prior UK-based experience working with children, preferably in an educational setting. - Specific experience in supporting children with special needs is essential. - Possess a strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum. - A proactive and enthusiastic approach to working with children. - Ability to work both indoors and outdoors and participate in active play. - Current DBS on the update service. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with students, staff and parents. **How to Apply:** If you're passionate about making a positive impact in the early years of a child's educational journey and you meet the above criteria, we would like to hear from you. Please contact James at Axcis Education Recruitment by sending an email to jamesb@axcis.co.uk or by calling 0161 529 9200 to express your interest in this role. *We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.* INDMAN<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact James Barker on 0161 529 9200 | Ext: 5002.<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 Barker&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0161 529 9200 | Ext: 5002</strong></strong>