Position Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Trafford, Greater Manchester Job Type: Full-Time Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Are you an enthusiastic and compassionate Teaching Assistant eager to support the development of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? Axcis are looking for a committed individual to work in one of our mainstream secondary schools in Trafford, offering one-to-one support and helping students build confidence, independence and academic success in a safe and inclusive environment. Role Overview: Offer personalised, one-to-one assistance to students with ASD, responding to their unique educational and emotional needs. Help maintain a calm and supportive classroom setting that fosters learning and appropriate social behaviour. Collaborate with teaching staff to implement targeted strategies based on students’ Individual Education Plans (IEP). Communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents/carers to ensure a consistent and joined-up approach to support. Assist with lesson preparation, resource organisation and general classroom management. Observe and record student progress and provide meaningful feedback to the wider teaching team. Engage in relevant training and continuous professional development, particularly in the area of autism and special needs support. Uphold the school’s safeguarding procedures to protect and promote the welfare of all students. Candidate Profile: Experience in a similar role, ideally supporting students with ASD in a secondary school environment. Strong understanding of the challenges and strengths associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Patient, understanding and committed to helping students achieve their full potential. Able to build positive relationships and communicate clearly with young people, teachers, and parents. Confident in following safeguarding practices and supporting student wellbeing. Team-oriented, well-organised, and adaptable in a dynamic school setting. Relevant qualifications in education or special needs support are advantageous. What We Offer: A competitive salary, reflective of your skills and background. A friendly, collaborative school team focused on inclusive learning. Access to high-quality training and ongoing professional development. The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people with autism. INDMAN
If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Laurene Pierrot on 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5013.
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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: 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5013
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