Wigan Based £11.50-£13.50 per hour Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of students? Do you possess the dedication and empathy to support high school students who are experiencing challenges with attendance? Axcis are currently seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant to join a school in Wigan. This is a long-term opportunity to work closely with school refusers and help them overcome barriers to education. Responsibilities: • Work closely with students who are struggling with attendance issues, providing them with encouragement and support to overcome barriers to attendance. • Develop positive relationships with students to understand their individual needs and motivations. • Assist classroom teachers in implementing strategies to engage school refusers in learning activities. • Provide one-on-one support to students, both academically and emotionally, to help them progress academically and address any underlying issues contributing to their attendance difficulties. • Collaborate with school staff, parents, and external agencies to develop and implement personalised support plans for students. • Monitor and track student progress, keeping detailed records of interventions and outcomes. Qualifications: • Previous experience working with adolescents, particularly those facing attendance challenges, is preferred but not required. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with students. • Patience, empathy, and the ability to remain calm and composed in challenging situations. • A commitment to promoting inclusivity and diversity within the school community. • Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of students and the school. • A relevant qualification in education or youth work is desirable but not essential. INDLIV <br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact Shannon Crowther on 0151 459 9299 | Ext: 3024 and click on the apply button.<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;150 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> Shannon Crowther&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0151 459 9299 | Ext: 3024</strong></strong>