Teaching Assistant – Special Needs Support Location: Knowsley, L26 Job Type: Full-Time Start Date: Late November/ Early December 2025 Inspire. Support. Empower. Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people? Axcis Education is seeking confident and motivated Teaching Assistants to join a large mainstream school in Knowsley. The school welcomes students from diverse backgrounds and provides a supportive, resource-rich environment where staff are encouraged to grow and develop their skills. Key Responsibilities • Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to meet individual student needs • Support students with SEMH, ASD, and ADHD, helping them manage emotions and behaviour • Assist with the KS3 curriculum, ensuring pupils remain engaged and make academic progress • Implement positive behaviour management strategies to promote a structured, supportive learning environment • Build trusting and nurturing relationships that encourage resilience, independence, and personal growth What We’re Looking For • Experience supporting children with SEMH, ASD, or ADHD • A calm, empathetic, and professional approach that keeps students engaged and focused • Ability to act as a positive role model, inspiring students to achieve their best • Commitment to supporting students’ personal, social, and emotional development Requirements • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply – support provided) • Previous experience in a school or care setting supporting children with additional needs • Strong behaviour management and communication skills • Enthusiasm for fostering an inclusive, safe, and stimulating learning environment What’s in It for You? • Long-term, full-time role with potential for a permanent position • Competitive weekly pay based on experience • Opportunity to work in a dynamic, well-resourced school dedicated to helping every child succeed • Access to ongoing professional development and career progression Apply Today Take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact every day. Apply now to join a team that inspires, supports, and empowers young people to reach their full potential. INDLIV<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Joshua Halliday on 0151 459 9299 l Ext: 3019.<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> Joshua Halliday&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0151 459 9299 l Ext: 3019</strong></strong>