Axcis Education is currently seeking an experienced and compassionate ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) Teaching Assistant to join a modern and supportive school in the educational sector in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of students with ASD. Responsibilities: - Work closely with individuals or small groups of students with ASD to provide in-class support or one-to-one assistance. - Implement personalized educational plans designed by the teaching staff to meet each student's unique needs. - Assist with the development and delivery of educational materials that are tailored to the students' abilities and interests. - Utilize various communication aids and strategies to promote effective engagement and understanding. - Monitor and report on the progress of the students to teachers and other relevant professionals. - Foster a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment that is conducive to learning. - Encourage social interaction and help students to develop appropriate social skills. - Collaborate with teaching staff, parents/carers, and other professionals, such as speech and language therapists or educational psychologists. - Manage challenging behavior in a patient and understanding manner, using positive reinforcement and adhering to the school's behavior policies. Requirements: - Proven experience as a Teaching Assistant, preferably with children who have ASD. - A patient, empathetic, and approachable demeanour. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work effectively as part of a team and under the supervision of classroom teachers. - Strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt quickly to changing situations. - A commitment to inclusive education and a passion for making a positive difference in the lives of students with special educational needs. Pay for a ASD Teaching Assistant starts off at £95.29 <br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact Zachariyah Solaire on 0121 827 2030 | Ext: 4011 and click on the apply button.<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;150 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> Zachariyah Solaire&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0121 827 2030 | Ext: 4011</strong></strong>