SEND Teaching Assistant - Higher Education - Full-time

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education is on the lookout for dedicated teaching assistants to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs (SEMH) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in a higher education setting. This role involves providing personalized support, utilizing effective behavior management techniques, and fostering independent learning strategies. Join a dynamic team where your impact will be felt in the lives of students, promoting their growth and development. This temporary position offers a competitive pay rate and the opportunity to make a significant difference in the educational landscape.

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEMH and/or ASD in educational settings.
• Understanding of SEMH/ASD challenges and passion for support.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one support to students with SEMH and ASD.
• Helping develop social skills and independent learning strategies.

Skills

Experience with SEMH

Experience with ASD

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 qualification in Education

Level 2 qualification in Psychology

Job description

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SEND Teaching Assistant - Higher Education - Full-time, West End

Client:

Axcis Education Recruitment

Location:

West End, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Axcis is seeking passionate teaching assistants to support students with SEMH/ASD at a higher education institution in Staffordshire. The role involves providing tailored support to students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs (SEMH) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), including community-based activities. Responsibilities include:

1. Providing one-to-one support to students with SEMH and ASD.
2. Using effective behaviour management techniques.
3. Acting as a liaison between students, staff, and support services.
4. Helping develop social skills and independent learning strategies.
5. Monitoring and tracking students' progress and providing feedback.

Qualifications & Skills:

1. Experience working with SEMH and/or ASD in educational settings.
2. Experience in FE environment, such as College or University.
3. Level 2 or above qualification in Education, Psychology, or related fields (desirable).
4. Understanding of SEMH/ASD challenges and passion for support.
5. Knowledge of safeguarding and student welfare.
6. Interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
7. Ability to work independently and in a team.
8. Patience and respect for diverse backgrounds.
9. Flexibility to adapt to needs.

Pay rate starts at £95.29 per day.

To apply, contact Zachariyah Solaire at 0121 827 2030 ext. 4011. If not interested but know someone who might be, refer them and earn £150 in vouchers when they are placed.

This is a temporary position. Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and promotes safeguarding. All staff must provide an up-to-date DBS or consent to process one, along with other compliance checks.

Axcis Education offers temporary and permanent roles. You must be qualified and available for an interview to demonstrate suitability. Salary depends on skills and experience.