Axcis is currently supporting an ASD-specific all-age special school in the Handsworth area. The school is undergoing the process of going from being a primary school to all-age, they currently have children from Reception, through to Year 9. With the growth of the school comes the growth of the staff team and therefore Axcis are supporting them with the recruitment of their permanent staff. All roles start off on a temporary basis with a view to being a offered a permanent contract after an extended trial period. As a teaching assistant at this school you will be supporting very complex individuals with a lead diagnosis of Autism (ASD) and a range range of additional needs such as sensory processing, challenging behaviour and communication delays including non/pre-verbal communication. Whilst previous experience of SEND support within the classroom environment is highly desirable is isn't essential, the school will also consider applicants with personal life experience and/or professional experience from the health and/or social care sector. Job details: • Supporting complex Autistic pupils with additional needs such as sensory processing, challenging behaviour and communication delays including non-verbal communication • Working on a one to one and small group basis • Full time (8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday) • Ongoing basis, starting ASAP, potential to move onto a permanent contract Requirements: • Experience of supporting individuals with Autism including sensory processing, challenging behaviour and communication delays including non-verbal communication - Essential • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service required or we’re happy to carry out a new one ahead of you starting the position – Essential • Minimum of 2 references covering the past 12 months – Essential INDMID<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Roddy Moothialoo on 0121 827 2030 | Ext: 4002.<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> Roddy Moothialoo&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0121 827 2030 | Ext: 4002</strong></strong>