Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education; Slough; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Job summary

Axcis Education is seeking a caring and adaptable SEND Teaching Assistant to join an all-through specialist SEND school in Slough. You will support pupils with a wide range of needs, including ASD, SLD and PMLD, in the classroom and daily routines. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, with a daily rate of £92.63.

DBS and safeguarding checks are required. Experience in SEND and a compassionate, reliable approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or adults with SEND is essential.
• Comfortable providing personal care as some pupils require assistance.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils.
• Support pupils in daily routines and promote engagement in learning.
• Encourage communication and independence and adapt approaches to individual needs.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to provide consistent, individualized support.

Job description

We are currently looking for a caring, enthusiastic and adaptable SEND Teaching Assistant to join an all-through specialist SEND school in Slough. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with children and young people with a wide range of additional needs, supporting them both in the classroom and throughout their daily routines. The school caters for pupils with varying levels of need, from moderate Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) through to Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD). You will be supporting pupils across different age groups and ability levels, so flexibility and the ability to adapt your approach to suit individual needs are essential. The role will involve providing 1:1 and small group support, encouraging engagement in learning, promoting communication and independence, and helping pupils to access a positive and inclusive school experience. Candidates must also be comfortable providing personal care, as some pupils will require assistance with their daily care routines. This must be approached with patience, dignity and sensitivity. Previous experience supporting children or adults with SEND is essential. We are keen to hear from individuals who are compassionate, reliable and resilient, and who are confident working with pupils with a variety of complex needs. You should be willing to get involved, take a flexible approach and work closely with teaching staff to provide consistent, individualised support. The position is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, with a daily rate of £92.63. If you have experience within SEND and are passionate about helping children and young people reach their potential, this could be a great opportunity for you.

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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).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

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.