Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Newton-le-Willows; On-site; GBP 15,343 - 21,852; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start available

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership

Job summary

A leading education staffing agency is seeking a Teaching Assistant for a specialist SEND School in St Helens. The role involves supporting students aged 4 to 19 with autism and ensuring their development through tailored learning experiences. Immediate start available with consistent full-time hours. The ideal candidate will have experience with autism, a calm approach, and a passion for nurturing young minds.

Qualifications

• Must have experience supporting children with autism or complex needs in educational settings.
• Calm and patient demeanor with the ability to engage students.
• Genuine enthusiasm for educational and developmental support.

Responsibilities

• Support students in both academic and real-life skill development.
• Adapt learning activities to individual needs.
• Assist with communication and social interaction skills.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people with autism

Calm and patient approach

Enthusiasm for supporting learners

Proactive attitude

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Passion for helping children thrive

Job description

Overview

Teaching Assistant – SEND School & College (Autism Specialist). Location: St Helens. Start Date: Immediate Starts Available. Contract Type: Full-Time. Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm. This specialist SEND school and college supports students aged 4 to 19 with autism, communication difficulties, and additional learning needs in an inclusive setting that offers practical, real-world learning experiences.

Role summary: As a Teaching Assistant you’ll be a vital part of a nurturing team, supporting students to reach their potential in classroom, community, and adulthood-focused activities, including hands-on learning opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support students aged 4–19 in both academic learning and real-life skill development.
• Adapt resources and learning activities to meet individual needs and EHCP goals.
• Assist students with autism in building communication, emotional regulation, and social interaction skills.
• Engage in hands-on learning activities, including vocational tasks like running the school cafe and garden centre.
• Collaborate with teachers and therapists to monitor progress and contribute to student development.
• Help maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive environment for all learners.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people with autism and/or complex needs (school, college, care or youth settings welcome).
• A calm, patient and nurturing approach to behaviour and learning.
• Enthusiasm for supporting both early years and post-16 learners.
• A proactive attitude with the confidence to work 1:1 or in small groups.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• A genuine passion for helping children and young people thrive.

What You’ll Get in Return

• Immediate start available – get started right away.
• A full-time role with consistent hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday.
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative, values-driven team.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Hourly pay rates starting from £13.50.
• A rewarding role where you’ll play a key part in shaping lives and futures.

Additional information: If you are interested, please apply and contact Hannah Smith on 0151 459 9299 Ext: 3026. If you are not interested but know someone who might be, we offer £50 in shopping vouchers for successful referrals. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position unless stated otherwise. Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and does 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. 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. If the position 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 and permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position and prepared to attend a face-to-face interview to demonstrate suitability. Salary/pay rate will be dependent on skills and experience.

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