SEND Teaching Assistant

Are you looking for a rewarding role within a SEND school which will grow your skills and transform the lives of others?
Axcis Education is recruiting for a full‑time teaching assistant to work with key‑stage 3 students with autism at a school in Southport.

Pay rates begin at £89 per day and may increase depending on experience. The school specialises in providing specialist care for students with autism from key stage 1 to key stage
4. Transport links are offered from Southport and surrounding areas, and free parking is provided on site.

The role requires you to work 1:1 and on a small group basis with students who are on the autism spectrum. You will support the teacher in delivering engaging activities across a range of lessons. Availability is required for 9 am – 3:30 pm, Monday – Friday. The position will start as soon as possible.

Support key‑stage 3 students with autism in classroom and small group settings, assisting with lesson delivery, engaging activities and individual support.

• Excellent communication skills, empathy and patience
• Enhanced DBS check (or we can help obtain one)
• At least 6 months of relevant experience or a relevant qualification
• A genuine desire to make a difference to young people’s lives
• Backgrounds in care, coaching, youth work or support work are especially welcome

• Free online training
• Free Safeguarding Level 2 qualification
• Flexibility
• Competitive rates of pay
• Opportunity to gain experience in schools with special needs

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise. Salary is dependent on skills and experience.

Axcis is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal‑opportunity criteria. The company is committed to safeguarding children and young people and requires an up‑to‑date DBS or the willingness to allow Axcis to process one. If the role involves work with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

For more information or to apply, contact Joe Olver by phone at 0151 459 9299, line 1, ext 3035.

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