**Job Title**: SEND Teaching Assistant **Location**: Bury, Greater Manchester **Job Type**: Full-time/Part-time, Contractual/Permanent --- **Introduction:** We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team in Bury, Greater Manchester. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with varied educational needs and have a genuine desire to contribute to an inclusive learning environment, we would love to hear from you. --- **Job Responsibilities:** - Provide tailored support to students with special educational needs and disabilities in a classroom setting, under the direction of the class teacher. - Assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) to meet each student's specific needs. - Encourage and assist students with their educational and social development, enabling them to get the most out of their learning experience. - Facilitate small group sessions and one-to-one support where necessary. - Monitor and track student progress, providing regular feedback to the teacher and contributing to student assessments. - Adapt classroom materials and methods to suit individual learning styles and abilities. - Assist with the general well-being of students, including supporting them with personal care tasks if required. - Help to manage classroom behavior, promoting positive behavior and dealing with any issues as they arise. - Participate in school meetings and training sessions to continually develop professional skills and knowledge. - Collaborate with other members of staff, parents, and external agencies to support student development and well-being. --- **Requirements:** - NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent qualification. - Experience working with children with SEND in an educational setting. - Knowledge of current educational practices and a strong understanding of SEND strategies and frameworks. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. - Patience, empathy, resilience, and a positive attitude. - A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. - A DBS check will be required for this position. --- **Preferred Attributes:** - Team-Teach or similar behavior management training. - Experience with specific interventions such as Makaton, PECS, or others relevant to SEND. - Creativity and resourcefulness in problem-solving and lesson support. --- **Benefits:** - Competitive salary commensurate with experience. - Continuous professional development opportunities. - A supportive working environment within a close-knit team. - Pension scheme. - Job satisfaction from making a valuable impact on children's lives. --- **How to Apply:** If you are enthusiastic about providing exceptional support to children with additional needs, please submit your application including your CV and a covering letter detailing your experience and why you are the perfect candidate for the role.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Robert Higginbottom on 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 4782.<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> Robert Higginbottom&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 4782</strong></strong>