Location: Manchester, M23 Contract: Full-Time, ASAP Salary: Up to £104 per day (dependent on experience) About the Role A mainstream school in M23 is seeking a compassionate, patient and skilled 1:1 teaching assistant to support a KS2 pupil with ASC who is pre-verbal. You will work closely with the class teacher, SENDCo, and wider staff team to provide consistent, personalised support that helps the pupil access learning, develop communication skills and engage positively in the school day. Desired Knowledge & Skills -Experience or familiarity with any of the following is highly advantageous: Basic BSL (British Sign Language) PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) Makaton Essential Requirements -Relevant experience in EYFS or primary settings -Experience supporting children with SEND, ideally ASC -A nurturing, calm and adaptable approach -Strong communication and teamwork skills -Ability to build a positive, trusting relationship with the pupil What We Offer -Competitive daily rate up to £104 -Supportive and collaborative school environment -Ongoing training and CPD opportunities once registered -A dedicated SENDCo and leadership team who value high-quality support<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Laurene Pierrot on 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5013.<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> Laurene Pierrot&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5013</strong></strong>