Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Autism Support

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

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide essential support for a student with autism in a mainstream secondary school in Greater Manchester. This role involves working closely with educators to foster a positive learning environment while addressing individual student needs. This temporary position offers competitive daily rates and includes professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Free CPD, including Safeguarding Level 2

Excellent support from school staff

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Ideally experienced in supporting SEN children in schools.
• Strong skills in adapting to individual student needs.
• Knowledge of communication and emotional regulation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a student with autism during lessons.
• Encourage student independence and positive behavior.
• Assist with communication and emotional regulation.

Skills

Experience supporting children with autism

Calm, patient and empathetic approach

Ability to work as part of a team

Tools

Makaton

PECS

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting young people with autism? Axcis Education are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to work on a 1:1 basis with a student in a welcoming secondary school in Greater Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine difference in a student’s daily school experience. About the Role In this role, you’ll support a student with autism throughout the school day—helping them access lessons, stay regulated, and build confidence in both academic and social settings. You’ll work closely with the classroom teacher and SEN team to provide consistent, personalised support that meets the student’s individual needs. Key Responsibilities: - Provide 1:1 in-class and out-of-class support - Help the student stay engaged and focused in lessons - Encourage independence and positive behaviour - Assist with communication and emotional regulation strategies - Contribute to a supportive and inclusive learning environment About You Axcis are looking for someone with: - Experience supporting children with autism or SEN, ideally in a school setting - Confidence working 1:1 and adapting to a student’s individual needs - A calm, patient and empathetic approach - Knowledge of Makaton and/or PECS is highly desirable - Ability to work well as part of a wider team of teachers and support staff The School This is a well-supported, mainstream secondary school in Greater Manchester with a strong focus on inclusion and student wellbeing. Staff are valued and supported, with regular training and a collaborative team culture. Why Join Us? - Free CPD, including Safeguarding Level 2 - Excellent support from school staff and SEN teams - Opportunities for career development in education or SEN - Competitive daily rates – up to £104 per day

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Laurene Pierrot on 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5013.

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: Laurene Pierrot

Telephone: [phone] l Ext: 5013