Social, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties Teaching assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Wirral; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education is seeking Special Needs Teaching Assistants for a prominent special school in Wirral, focusing on supporting pupils with challenging behaviours. The role offers full-time hours with an emphasis on personal development and management of specific needs. If you possess experience with SEND and are passionate about helping young people thrive, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with ADHD, SEMH, and challenging behaviour.
• Ability to manage aggression and oppositional behaviours confidently.
• Willingness to undergo DBS checks and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils displaying challenging behaviour in a PRU setting.
• Promote personal development and academic achievement.
• Implement the school’s 7 Core Values System.

Skills

Behaviour management

Resilience

Empathy

Communication

Job description

Special Needs Teaching Assistant – Challenging Behaviour Focus Axcis are looking for multiple Teaching Assistants to join a highly respected special school in Wirral (CH46). The school is seeking 1:1 support staff for pupils between KS2–KS4, with a particular focus on those displaying challenging behaviour. This setting is a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU), and its core aim is to bring about positive changes in pupils’ lives, promoting both personal development and academic achievement. The school operates a "7 Core Values System", designed to help pupils take ownership of their behaviour and make positive choices independently. We are especially keen to hear from enthusiastic, resilient individuals with experience supporting young people with: ADHD SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs) Challenging behaviour The role will involve supporting pupils who may display aggression, oppositional behaviours, so confidence, consistency, and strong behaviour management skills are key. Role Details: Hours: Full-time, 8:30am – 3:30pm Start: ASAP Contract: Long-term, ongoing Whilst prior school experience isn’t essential, experience with SEND and challenging behaviour in any setting (e.g. care, youth work, alternative provision) is required. If you're passionate about supporting young people and confident in managing challenging behaviours in a calm and professional way, we'd love to hear from you. INDLIV

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact James Kerrison on 0151 459 9299 l Ext: 3030.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

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.

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.

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).

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

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.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: James Kerrison

Telephone: [phone] l Ext: 3030