Are you looking for a rewarding role within a SEND school which will grow your skills and transform the lives of others? Here at Axcis Education, we are recruiting for a full-time teaching assistant to work with key-stage 3 students with autism at a school in Southport. Pay rates begin at £89 per day and may increase depending on experience. The school specialises in providing specialist care for students with autism, from key stage 1 to key stage 4. Transport links are offered from Southport and surrounding areas, and free parking is provided on site. The role will require you to work on a 1:1 and small group basis with students who are on the autism spectrum. You will be required to work with the pupils in a range of lessons and support the teacher in the delivery of engaging activities. The role will start as soon as possible and candidates applying for this role must be available to work 9am – 3.30pm, Monday – Friday. The ideal candidate will have: Excellent communication skills, empathy and patience An Enhanced DBS check on the update service (if you do not have this, we can help) 6 months of relevant experience OR a relevant qualification A genuine desire to make a difference to young people’s lives Those from backgrounds such as care, coaching, youth work and support work are also encouraged to apply. What we can offer you: Free on-line training Free Safeguarding Level 2 qualification Flexibility Competitive rates of pay Opportunity to gain experience within schools and with special needs INDLAN <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Joe Olver on 0151 459 9299 l Ext: 3035.<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> Joe Olver&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0151 459 9299 l Ext: 3035</strong></strong>