Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Tameside, Greater Manchester Job Type: Full-Time Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs? Axcis Education are looking for a dedicated and patient SEN Teaching Assistant to join one of our Tameside’s specialist schools. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide classroom-based support to children and young people with a variety of learning difficulties, including autism, communication challenges and developmental delays. You will be working in a well-resourced, nurturing environment where teamwork and pupil wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do. Your role will involve supporting students on a one-to-one basis and in small groups to help them engage with learning and develop important life skills. Main Responsibilities: - Assist the class teacher in delivering planned lessons and activities - Provide tailored support to pupils with a range of SEN, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), speech and language needs and sensory processing difficulties - Help maintain a structured, inclusive and calm learning environment - Support students with daily routines, transitions and behaviour management - Contribute to setting up learning materials and adapting resources to suit individual needs - Support with personal care tasks where required and follow individual care plans - Monitor pupil progress and report observations to teaching staff and SEN professionals - Uphold the school’s safeguarding policies and promote a safe learning space for all students You’ll be a key part of a multi-professional team working collaboratively to ensure each pupil reaches their full potential. Flexibility, resilience, and a caring nature are essential. What We’re Looking For: We’re seeking someone who is committed to making a difference in the lives of young people with SEN. Ideally, you will have: - Previous experience in an SEN, care, or school support role - A good understanding of the needs of pupils with autism and complex learning difficulties - A calm, consistent, and empathetic approach to supporting behaviour and learning - Strong communication and teamwork skills - The ability to follow instructions and also use initiative when needed - A willingness to undertake relevant training, including safeguarding and SEN-specific development - A recognised Teaching Assistant qualification (e.g. Level 2 or 3) or experience in a specialist setting is desirable, though not essential for the right candidate. What You Can Expect: By joining us, you will benefit from: - A supportive and experienced staff team - Opportunities for ongoing professional development - A chance to contribute meaningfully to pupils’ education and well-being - A varied and rewarding day-to-day role - Competitive pay, based on your experience and role responsibilities INDMAN<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Laurene Pierrot on 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5013.<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> Laurene Pierrot&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5013</strong></strong>