**Job Title:** Teaching Assistant - Year 1/EYFS **Location:** Oldham, Lancashire **Contract Type:** Long Term with possibility of permanent employment **Hours:** Full Time (Monday to Friday, 8.30 am - 3.30 pm) Are you passionate about helping young children with educational needs? Do you have experience in working with young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)? Axcis Education is eager to find a devoted Teaching Assistant to join a Year 1 classroom in the caring and vibrant town of Oldham, Lancashire. ### Responsibilities: - Work one-on-one with a young Year 1 student who has missed early education, focusing on developing foundational skills. - Deliver speech and language interventions tailored to the child’s individual needs. - Provide personal care assistance as the student requires, including support with nappies. - Apply knowledge of the EYFS curriculum to support and enhance the student’s educational experience. - Manage behaviors such as scratching when the student is frustrated, using effective and appropriate behavior management strategies. - Collaborate with classroom teachers, SENCO, and other support staff to create a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for learning. ### Requirements: - Hold a current DBS on the update service. - Experience working with young people with ASC. - Patience and understanding in managing challenging behaviors and providing personal care. - Strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum. - Ability to commit to the full-time schedule without compromise. - Dedication to the welfare and educational development of children. ### Additional Information: The successful candidate will be working with a young man in Year 1 who requires significant support to catch up on missed education and develop basic skills. Your role is critical in shaping his learning journey. This position demands someone who can commit for the long haul, as the role is intended to last for the duration of the student’s time in the school, with the potential for becoming permanent. To embark on this rewarding path, please contact James at Axcis Education by sending an email to k or calling us on 0161 529 9200. Don’t miss the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a child’s life while growing your career in education support. We look forward to hearing from you!
If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact James Barker on 0161 529 9200 | Ext: 5002.
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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).
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.
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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