SEN Teaching Assistant – Complex SEND Location: Leigh Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm Pay: From £93 per day Employer: Axcis Education Axcis Education is recruiting for an experienced and passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support a class of children with complex needs within a welcoming school environment. This is a specialist role supporting children with a wide range of complex needs, including: • Down’s Syndrome • Cerebral Palsy • Physical disabilities • Complex learning and communication needs • A range of additional and individual SEND needs Candidates must have previous hands-on experience supporting children or adults with severe and complex special educational needs. To be considered for this role, candidates must: • Have at least 6 months' direct experience supporting children or adults with severe and complex SEND • Have at least 3 months' experience working with SEND in the UK • Candidates without 3 months' UK SEND experience will not be considered • Hold an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS or Enhanced Child and Adult Workforce DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one • Be able to reliably commute to Leigh • Be available to work full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm We are looking for someone who is: • Highly proactive and isn't afraid to get involved • Adaptable and responsive, able to change their approach depending on the needs of each child • Patient, compassionate and enthusiastic • Confident supporting children with physical, communication, learning and developmental needs • Able to build positive and trusting relationships with children • A strong team player who works well alongside teachers and other support staff • Reliable, resilient and committed to helping children achieve their potential • Someone who understands the importance of promoting independence, dignity and inclusion No two days will be the same. You will play an important role in supporting children throughout their school day, helping them to access learning, develop their independence and engage with the wider school environment. We are looking for someone who will get stuck in, use their initiative and bring energy and enthusiasm to the classroom, while also understanding when a child needs a quieter, more flexible or individualised approach. If you have the relevant hands-on experience, confidence and passion required to support children with severe and complex SEND, this could be a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine difference every day. Apply today through Axcis Education to find out more about this rewarding opportunity. INDLIV<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Amy Bingham on 0151 459 9299 / 01772 540 740 l Ext: 3033.<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. 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 />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.</em><br /><br /><em>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> Amy Bingham&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0151 459 9299 / 01772 540 740 l Ext: 3033</strong></strong>