Teaching Assistant – SEND College (Autism Specialist) Location: Newton-Le-Willows (WA12) Start Date: Late June / Early July 2026 Contract Type: Full-Time Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm Help Young People Build Skills for Life Axcis Education is recruiting for a specialist SEND college in Newton-Le-Willows, supporting students aged 16–25 with autism and additional learning needs. Starting in late June / early July 2026, this rewarding role involves supporting young adults as they develop independence, employability, and life skills through both classroom-based and practical learning experiences. The Role You will: • Support students with autism in classroom and vocational settings • Encourage independence, communication, and social development • Assist with life skills, employability, and enterprise activities • Adapt support to meet individual EHCP outcomes • Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing • Work closely with tutors, therapists, and support staff Students regularly take part in practical activities such as running a student-led café, outdoor projects, and employability-based learning. What We're Looking For • Experience supporting young people with autism and/or additional needs • A calm, patient, and supportive approach • An interest in practical and vocational learning • Confidence working 1:1 and with small groups • Strong communication and teamwork skills Why Join This College? • Full-time, long-term opportunity • Supportive specialist team • Ongoing training and development • Unique hands-on learning environment • Opportunity to make a lasting impact on young people's futures Apply Today If you're passionate about helping young people gain the confidence and skills they need for adulthood, we'd love to hear from you. INDLIV<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Joshua Halliday on 0151 459 9299 l Ext: 3019.<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. 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 />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>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> Joshua Halliday&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0151 459 9299 l Ext: 3019</strong></strong>