Axcis Education is recruiting for dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistants to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Southport from September. This is a full-time Teaching Assistant position, working Monday to Friday, 8:45am–3:30pm, offering a rewarding opportunity to provide specialist support for children with high additional needs within the school's Reception class. There is also the potential for a permanent contract for the successful candidate, depending on the school's ongoing staffing needs. About the Role As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will provide dedicated support to one or more children in the Reception class with a range of complex Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The successful applicant would be working with autism, learning difficulties, ADHD and complex needs. There may be some behavioural needs and personal care would be required. The children require consistent, nurturing support to help them access learning, develop communication and social skills, and feel safe and engaged throughout the school day. The school is looking for caring, patient, and proactive individuals who can build positive, trusting relationships and adapt their approach to meet each child's individual needs. Alongside your 1:1 responsibilities, you may also be asked to assist with: • Small group interventions • General classroom support within the Reception setting • Supporting children during playtimes, lunchtimes, and transition periods • Preparing and adapting learning resources to meet individual needs About the School This friendly and inclusive mainstream primary school in Southport is committed to ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive. The school has a strong ethos of inclusion and works closely with families and external professionals to provide high-quality support for pupils with additional needs. The school also offers: • A welcoming and supportive staff team • Strong leadership and ongoing professional support • Opportunities for training and development • Free on-site parking • Good public transport links Candidate Requirements To be considered for this Teaching Assistant job in Southport, you should have: • Previous experience working with children • Experience supporting children with SEND, specifically autism, learning difficulties, ADHD or complex needs • Experience in a school, nursery, care, early years, youth work, or similar child-focused setting • Willingness in supporting children with personal care and toileting needs • A patient, caring, and resilient approach If you're looking for a rewarding 1:1 Teaching Assistant job in Southport starting this September and have experience supporting children with SEND or high additional needs, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with Axcis Education to secure your September Teaching Assistant role in Southport. INDLIV<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact John Boddington on 01772 540 740 | Ext: 3005.<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> John Boddington&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01772 540 740 | Ext: 3005</strong></strong>