Job Title: Special Needs Support (SEND School) Location: Rochdale, Lancashire Working Hours: Full Time, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm, Monday – Friday Salary: £90 per day (PAYE) Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Needs Support Assistant for a full-time position in a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) school located in Rochdale, Lancashire. This role is ideal for someone who has a genuine interest in supporting children with various special needs, is skilled in implementing effective behavior strategies, and possesses the resilience and patience required to nurture a positive learning environment. Key Responsibilities: - Provide one-on-one and group support to students with a range of special educational needs including physical, sensory, social, emotional, communication, and learning disabilities. - Implement tailored behavior management strategies to encourage positive interactions and promote an inclusive classroom environment. - Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to develop and deliver individualized education plans (IEPs) that cater to each child’s unique needs. - Assist with the personal care of students as needed, ensuring dignity and respect while promoting independence. - Monitor and record students' progress, and provide feedback to teachers and parents. - Be flexible and adaptable in your approach, and be prepared to manage diverse challenges as they arise within the school setting. - Act as a positive role model, demonstrating patience, enthusiasm, and a caring nature at all times. - Participate in relevant meetings and professional development opportunities to enhance your knowledge and skills in the field of SEND. Requirements: - A minimum of 12 months of direct experience working in SEND schools or SEND residential settings is essential. - A resilient and patient individual with extensive experience supporting multiple special needs. - Proficiency in employing a variety of behavior management techniques suitable for children with SEND. - An active DBS registered on the update service, or willing to acquire one. - UK-based experience in a similar role. - Qualifications relevant to supporting children with special educational needs (NVQ, CACHE, BTEC, Degree in a related field) are desirable. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with students, staff, and parents. To apply, please submit your CV detailing your suitability for the role, including examples of previous experience with special needs education and behavior strategies. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and references. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with SEND and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact James Barker on 0161 529 9200 | Ext: 5002.<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> James Barker&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0161 529 9200 | Ext: 5002</strong></strong>