Job Title: KS2, Teaching Assistant Location: Tameside Start date: January 2025 Pay Rate: £83.40 - £93.50 per day, experience dependant Axcis Education are working with a local mainstream primary school in Tameside (Ashton-under-Lyne) who are looking to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant to work with students in KS2. The role involves working closely with the classroom teacher to enhance the teaching and learning experience, ensuring each student receives the support they need to succeed both academically and socially. Key Responsibilities: - Assist the classroom teacher in planning and delivering engaging and effective lessons that meet the diverse needs of all students. - Provide one-to-one and small group support for students, particularly those with special educational needs (SEN), ensuring they are fully included in classroom activities. - Help monitor and record student progress and behaviour, contributing to assessments and reporting as required. - Create a positive and nurturing learning environment that promotes respect, motivation, and a love of learning among students. - Support the teacher in the preparation of classroom resources and materials, ensuring that they are accessible and relevant to the curriculum. - Assist in the management of classroom behaviour, implementing school policies and procedures to maintain a safe and supportive environment. - Supervise students during break times and transition periods, ensuring their safety and well-being. - Engage with parents and caregivers as appropriate, supporting home-school communication regarding student progress and welfare. - Participate in staff meetings, training, and development opportunities to enhance professional knowledge and skills. Why Join Axcis? - Specialist Focus: We’re the UK’s leading recruitment agency for SEN professionals. From autism and ADHD to social, emotional, and mental health challenges, our placements focus on meaningful support and lasting impact. - Inclusive Community: Joining Axcis means being part of a passionate, supportive team that shares a common goal: transforming lives through education. - Career Progression: Our network of partner schools across primary, secondary, and specialist settings opens doors to unique experiences, professional development, and a clear pathway for growth. Apply today! <br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact Ben Smith on 0161 529 9200 | Ext:5003 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> Ben Smith&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0161 529 9200 | Ext:5003</strong></strong>