Location: Truro, Cornwall Job Description: We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated MLD Teaching Assistant to join a modern and energetic primary school team in Truro. The ideal candidate will possess a genuine passion for supporting children with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and will contribute to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment conducive to students' learning and personal growth. Key Responsibilities: - Provide tailored support to children with Moderate Learning Difficulties, ensuring they can access the curriculum in an inclusive setting. - Work closely with the class teacher to plan and prepare learning materials and resources that accommodate the individual needs of students with MLD. - Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and creative lessons in line with the national curriculum and school policies. - Facilitate small group and one-on-one sessions to reinforce learning objectives and aid in the development of students' academic skills. - Monitor and track students’ progress, providing feedback to the teacher and working in partnership with other professionals such as SENCOs and external support services. - Encourage positive behaviour and support the development of social skills, helping students to build confidence and independence. - Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities to further enhance your expertise in supporting children with MLD. Qualifications and Skills: - Prior experience working with children with Moderate Learning Difficulties in a primary school setting is highly desirable. - A good understanding of the national curriculum and current educational practices. - Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively engage with students, staff, and parents. - Patient, empathetic, and resilient personality, with an ability to remain calm and positive in challenging situations. - A commitment to ongoing professional development and a willingness to learn new strategies for supporting children with MLD. - An up-to-date Enhanced DBS clearance is essential for safeguarding purposes. - Team player with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact Holly Smith on 01392 949022 | Ext: 6007 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> Holly Smith&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01392 949022 | Ext: 6007</strong></strong>