Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs? Do you want to build experience in education, with opportunities to grow and develop your knowledge of SEND? Join our dedicated team of Teaching Assistants working across mainstream primary schools in Greater Manchester. Axcis are looking for enthusiastic, patient and proactive individuals to support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), particularly those with ADHD and behavioural challenges. If you’ve ever supported someone with additional needs (professionally or personally) and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you. ?? About the Role As a Teaching Assistant, you'll play a key role in helping pupils reach their potential in a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment. This is a varied and rewarding position suited to those who are confident working with small groups or 1:1, especially with children who require additional behavioural and emotional support. Key Responsibilities: - Provide tailored support for children with SEND, including ADHD and behavioural needs - Work with pupils in small groups or one-to-one to enhance learning - Assist in planning and delivering engaging activities aligned with the curriculum - Support class teachers in managing classroom behaviour effectively - Adapt your approach to meet the diverse needs of each child - Promote inclusion and contribute to a positive school environment Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to support pupil development ? Essential Skills & Experience - Experience supporting children or individuals with SEND or additional needs (this could be in schools, care, youth work, or similar) - Strong communication skills with both adults and children - Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced environment - A calm, patient, and empathetic approach - Ability to work well within a team ?? Desirable Qualities - Previous experience with challenging behaviour or emotional regulation - Initiative and confidence to lead small group sessions independently - Energetic, positive and committed to inclusion - A passion for supporting pupil development and wellbeing ?? About Us We partner with a range of vibrant mainstream primary schools across Greater Manchester, providing high-quality Teaching Assistants to support SEND pupils. Whether you're looking to start your career in education or deepen your experience, we offer: Competitive daily pay – up to £104/day Access to free, accredited training, including Safeguarding Level 2, Prevent and Cyber Security Opportunities for SEND-focused placements to develop specialist knowledge Ongoing support and mentoring from experienced education professionals This is your chance to play a vital part in the educational journey of a child who needs extra support. No two days will be the same, but every day will be meaningful.<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>