**Teaching Assistant Level 3 - Littleborough, Lancashire** **Job Title:** Teaching Assistant Level 3 **Location:** Littleborough, Lancashire **Contract Type:** Full-Time **Hours:** 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM **Salary:** £97 per day **About the Role:** We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant Level 3 to join a dynamic team within a supportive and vibrant learning environment catering to Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Key Stage 1 (KS1). The successful candidate will have a proven track record of working alongside children with additional needs, specifically Autism, and will be committed to providing exceptional care and educational support. **Key Responsibilities:** - Work under the direction of the class teacher to provide a stimulating and inclusive learning environment. - Support children with additional needs, specifically those on the Autism spectrum, tailoring your approach to meet individual requirements. - Employ various educational techniques, including Makaton, to enhance communication and engagement among all students. - Contribute to the planning and preparation of activities, ensuring they cater to a range of abilities and learning styles. - Assist with the monitoring and recording of student progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents as necessary. - Help manage classroom behaviour, maintaining a positive and safe learning space. - Collaborate with other teaching staff to facilitate a cohesive approach to education and pastoral care. - Display patience, empathy, and understanding in all interactions with pupils. - Attend staff meetings and professional development as required. **Requirements:** - Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent. - Minimum of 12 months UK classroom experience, ideally within EYFS/KS1. - Experience working with children who have additional needs, particularly Autism. - Training in Makaton or other alternative communication methods is highly beneficial. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Patient, empathetic, and nurturing disposition. - Strong commitment to inclusivity and supportive learning. - Capable of working both independently and as a part of a team. - Reliable and punctual professional conduct is essential. **How to Apply:** If you feel that your skills and experience match our requirements, and you are looking for an opportunity to make a positive impact in a supportive educational environment, we would love to hear from you. To apply for this opportunity as a Teaching Assistant Level 3, please send your CV to Jamesb@axcis.co.uk or for further information, dial 0161 529 9200. Join us in our mission to support the learning and growth of every child in our care. **Axcis Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS checks are a requirement for all our roles.**<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>