**Job Title: Teaching Assistant - Behaviour Support** **Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester** **Salary: Up to £104 a Day** **Contract Type: Full-Time** **Start Date: September 2025** **About Us:** The school is a mainstream secondary school, located in the heart of Manchester, committed to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment to all students. **Job Description:** We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Teaching Assistant with a focus on Behaviour Support to join our committed team. This pivotal role involves working on a one-to-one basis with students who have been identified as having autism, ADHD or other behavioural challenges, with the ultimate goal of preventing the risk of exclusion and promoting positive behaviour. **Key Responsibilities:** * Provide one-to-one support to students with behavioural needs, such as autism and ADHD, helping them to engage in the curriculum and school life. * Develop trusting relationships with students, acting as a positive role model and mentor. * Collaborate with teachers and the SENCO to implement behavioural support plans. * Utilise de-escalation strategies to manage challenging behaviours in a calm and effective manner. * Monitor and report on the progress of students, offering feedback and suggesting adjustments to support plans. * Assist with the creation of a safe and inclusive classroom environment that accommodates the diverse needs of students. * Encourage student independence, self-confidence and resilience through positive reinforcement. * Provide a stable and consistent presence for students at risk of exclusion, aiming to enhance their educational experience and outcomes. **What We Offer:** * A rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young people. * Access to free courses and qualifications to further develop your professional skills. * A strong, supportive community of staff who are committed to the well-being and success of all students. * A vibrant work environment that values collaboration, patience and innovative approaches to education. **The Ideal Candidate:** * Has experience working as a Teaching Assistant or similar role within a secondary education setting. * Exhibits exceptional patience, resilience and the ability to manage challenging behaviours constructively. * Holds a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or is willing to work towards one. * Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills. * Is confident in collaborating with teaching staff and contributing to the overall support strategy for students. * Has a proactive approach and a commitment to continuous personal and professional development. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Laurene Pierrot on 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5013.<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> Laurene Pierrot&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5013</strong></strong>