Job Title: Teaching Assistant – SEND School (Primary & Secondary) Location: Ormskirk Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent Job Description: We are seeking a proactive and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team at SEND school for primary and secondary students. As part of a supportive and dynamic environment, you will be working with students who have autism, providing tailored support to help them engage with their learning and develop essential life skills. Previous experience working with students with autism is essential. In this role, you will support students across a range of subjects, helping them to access the curriculum, participate in activities, and develop their communication and social skills. You will also assist with personal care and ensure that a positive, structured, and safe learning environment is maintained at all times. Key Responsibilities: Support students with autism in both academic and personal development. Assist in the implementation of individual learning plans, ensuring students’ specific needs are met. Promote positive behaviour and encourage students to participate in classroom activities. Provide assistance with communication, social skills, and independent living skills. Support teachers in managing the classroom and helping with lesson preparation. Contribute to assessments of student progress and provide feedback to the teaching team. Ensure a safe, structured, and supportive environment for all students. Ideal Candidate: Previous experience working with students with autism, ideally in a school or educational setting. A proactive approach to supporting students, with the ability to adapt to their individual needs. Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with young people with additional needs. Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families. Ability to work well as part of a team and follow instructions while also taking initiative when necessary. A flexible and positive attitude towards learning and development. What We Offer: A rewarding role with the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of students. Supportive working environment with a dedicated team. Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training. Weekly pay starting from £12.50ph If you are passionate about working with students with autism and have the experience and enthusiasm to make a difference, we would love to hear from you!<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact James Kerrison on 0151 459 9299 l Ext: 3030.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>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.<br /><br />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.<br /><br />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).<br /><br />Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />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.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> James Kerrison&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0151 459 9299 l Ext: 3030</strong></strong>