Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Warrington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A supportive primary school in Warrington is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join a KS2 team. This role involves working closely with teachers to support children academically and emotionally while promoting a safe and nurturing environment. Ideal candidates should have experience with children with diverse needs such as Autism and ADHD. Pay starts at £13.50 per hour based on experience, with opportunities to make a real difference in students' educational journeys.

Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience

Supportive work environment

Opportunity to make a real difference

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with various needs.
• Ability to foster emotional well-being in students.
• Skills in preparing engaging educational materials.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering engaging lessons.
• Support pupils in core subjects like English and Maths.
• Manage classroom behavior and promote positive routines.
• Prepare learning materials and resources.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback.
• Foster a safe and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Experience with Autism (ASD)

Knowledge of ADHD

Experience with SEMH

Understanding of Challenging Behaviour

Support for Complex Needs

Experience with Cerebral Palsy

Ability to work with PMLD

Skills handling Severe Learning Difficulties

Educational experience

Care or support work experience

Job description

Passionate About Supporting Young Learners? Join a Friendly KS2 Team in Warrington! Are you enthusiastic about helping children grow and achieve their full potential? Do you enjoy working in a warm, supportive primary school environment? We’re currently working with a small, welcoming primary school in the Warrington area, who are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to support pupils in Key Stage 2.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a close-knit school community where your contribution will have a real and lasting impact. About the Role: As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support children both academically and emotionally. You may be working with small groups or providing 1:1 support, helping pupils access the curriculum and feel confident in their learning.

Responsibilities Include:

• Assisting in the delivery of engaging, age-appropriate lessons.
• Supporting pupils in English, Maths, Science and other core subjects.
• Helping to manage classroom behaviour and promote positive routines.
• Preparing learning materials and classroom resources.
• Monitoring progress and feeding back to teaching staff.
• Fostering a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and emotional well-being.

Experience in the following areas is highly valued: Autism (ASD) ADHD SEMH (Social, Emotional, Mental Health) Challenging Behaviour Complex Needs Cerebral Palsy PMLD Severe Learning Difficulties We welcome candidates with experience in: Education (schools, tutoring, etc.) Care work or support work Residential settings Youth groups or clubs Family or personal life experience Foster care or mentoring

Pay Rates: From £13.50 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in a child’s learning journey, while becoming a valued part of a supportive primary school team.

If you are interested, then please contact Hannah Smith on 0151 459 9299 | Ext: 3026. 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.

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.