We are seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with Down syndrome in a welcoming and inclusive school in Greater Manchester. Day Rate: £105+ per day dependent on experience and qualifications Location: Manchester Position: 1:1 Support Learners with Down's Syndrome Contract Type: Full Time/Part Time/Long Term/Short Term/Flexible Hours: School Hours Start Date: ASAP- After Easter This role focuses on removing barriers to learning, participation and social inclusion, ensuring the pupil can fully access the curriculum and school environment alongside their peers. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teaching staff and the SENCO to implement strategies aligned with the pupil’s Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), following the principles of the SEND Code of Practice. About the Role As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will support the pupil by adapting learning approaches, promoting independence and helping create an inclusive learning environment where every learner can thrive. You will focus on strengths-based support, enabling the pupil to participate confidently in learning, social activities and wider school life. The role involves working closely with teachers and specialists to ensure reasonable adjustments and inclusive strategies are implemented effectively. Key Responsibilities In this SEND Teaching Assistant role, you will: • Provide 1:1 support to enable a pupil with Down syndrome to access learning and school activities • Help remove barriers to participation within the classroom and wider school environment • Implement strategies outlined within the pupil’s EHCP and SEND support plans • Adapt classroom activities and learning materials to support inclusive participation • Support the pupil’s communication, social interaction and independence • Encourage confidence, self-advocacy and positive peer relationships • Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals such as speech and language therapists • Promote a supportive and inclusive classroom culture About the School The school is committed to inclusive education and high-quality SEND provision in line with the SEND Code of Practice. Staff work together to ensure: • Pupils with SEND can fully participate in school life • Learning environments are adapted to meet diverse needs • Pupils are supported to develop confidence, independence and personal strengths • Families and professionals work collaboratively to support each learner The school has a strong ethos of inclusion, teamwork and pupil-centred support. Ideal Candidate Profile We would love to hear from candidates who: • Have experience supporting pupils with Down syndrome or learning differences • Have worked as a SEND Teaching Assistant • Understand how to create inclusive learning environments • Are passionate about supporting pupils to overcome barriers to learning • Have strong communication, patience and relationship-building skills • Are committed to promoting independence and inclusion Experience working within mainstream schools, SEND schools, alternative provision or specialist units is highly desirable. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Aaron Royle on 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5015.<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> Aaron Royle&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5015</strong></strong>