Position: Teaching Assistant Location: Tameside, Greater Manchester Job Type: Full-Time Salary: Competitive Do you have a passion for supporting young people with additional needs? Are you ready to make a lasting impact in the classroom? We're looking for an enthusiastic and nurturing Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming team in Tameside, working across both mainstream primary and secondary settings. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is committed to supporting pupils with ADHD and Autism, providing personalised, one-to-one support that helps every child thrive – academically, socially, and emotionally. What You'll Be Doing: - Deliver one-to-one support to pupils with ADHD and Autism, adapting your approach to suit individual needs. - Encourage active participation and promote confidence in the classroom. - Work closely with teachers to deliver personalised learning plans and behaviour strategies. - Build strong, trusting relationships with students, staff, and families to create a supportive network around each pupil. - Support with classroom organisation, resource preparation, and day-to-day learning activities. - Track progress and share insights with teaching staff and other professionals. - Take part in ongoing training to enhance your understanding of SEN and develop professionally. What We're Looking For: - Prior experience in a Teaching Assistant or support role, ideally within a SEN or mainstream school environment. - Knowledge of ADHD and Autism, and the ability to apply this in a practical, compassionate way. - A calm, patient, and proactive attitude, with a passion for helping young people succeed. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with pupils, colleagues, and parents. - A sound understanding of safeguarding practices and a commitment to student welfare. - Flexibility, teamwork, and a positive approach to the school day. - Relevant qualifications or SEN experience are highly beneficial. If you’re ready to help shape the future of learners with additional needs, we’d love to hear from you.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Ben Smith on 0161 529 9200 | Ext:5003.<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> Ben Smith&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0161 529 9200 | Ext:5003</strong></strong>