**Job Title:** Special Needs Teaching Assistant (Experienced)
**Location:** Rochdale, Lancashire
**Pay Rate:** £90 per day
**Contract Type:** Full-time only, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
**About the Role:**
We are looking for a dedicated and passionate Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join a team committed to providing high-quality support to young people with a range of special educational needs and disabilities in the Rochdale, Lancashire area. The successful candidate will be part of a nurturing environment that empowers students with Autism and other physical disabilities to achieve their full potential.
**Responsibilities:**
- Support the educational development and emotional well-being of students with high-level needs, including those with non-verbal Autism.
- Work closely with the teaching staff to implement individualized learning plans and strategies to engage and motivate students.
- Use a variety of communication methods to ensure understanding and engagement of students with complex communication needs.
- Assist with personalized care needs of students, including those that require manual handling, while promoting independence.
- Employ behavior management techniques, and where necessary, utilize certified Team Teach strategies to ensure a safe and supportive environment for all.
- Facilitate inclusive education by promoting social interaction and participation in classroom activities.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to review and assess the progress of students, adjusting support as needed.
**Requirements:**
- Must possess a current DBS on the update service.
- Proven experience working with young people with high-level needs.
- Experience working with non-verbal Autism is preferred but not essential.
- Excellent verbal communication skills are essential for the role.
- Resilience and the ability to adapt to the varying demands of the job.
- Team Teach and manual handling certificates would be advantageous.
- A commitment to the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
**How to Apply:**
If you are a resilient individual keen to make a difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs, and you meet the criteria above, we would love to hear from you. Please send your application to jamesb@axcis.co.uk or call 0161 529 9200 for further information or to discuss the role in more detail.
**About the Employer:**
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.