Position Title: Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Teaching Assistant Employment Type: Full Time Immediate Opening: A highly regarded, large SEND school in Anywhere is actively seeking a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant. This position requires an immediate start and is a tremendous opportunity for individuals with a passion for supporting students with Special Educational Needs. Key Responsibilities: - Work in collaboration with the class teacher to provide educational support to students diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and speech and language challenges. - Assist in the development and implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for each student. - Provide one-to-one or small group assistance to students, focusing on fostering independence, social integration, and academic progress. - Employ various communication strategies and tools to support students with speech and language difficulties. - Support students in staying focused and on-task to maximize their learning potential. - Monitor and record students' progress and provide feedback to the teacher and multidisciplinary teams. - Aid in creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment. - Contribute to the overall wellbeing and personal development of the students. - Attend and participate in school meetings and training sessions. - Foster positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents. Qualifications and Experience: - Proven experience in SEND support or previous experience as a Teaching Assistant is required. - A sound understanding of the different types of learning challenges and needs associated with ASC, MLD, and speech and language impairments. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Patience, resilience, and a compassionate nature. - A proactive and resourceful approach to dealing with challenges. - Commitment to continuous professional development. Our school is proud to offer a modern, purpose-built site that has been designed specifically to cater to the needs of our diverse student body. Our excellent reputation is a testament to the inclusive and supportive environment our staff and admin team provide. We are looking for a professional who is motivated by making a positive difference and thrives in an enriching and inspiring setting. If you have the experience and drive to contribute to our students' success, we encourage you to apply and become an essential part of our community. INDDEV<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Alfie Lang on 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6008.<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.<br /><br />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 />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> Alfie Lang&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6008</strong></strong>