Axcis are currently recruiting on behalf of a welcoming primary school in the Altrincham area for a Part-Time Teaching Assistant. This role involves providing dedicated support to a child in Reception with Down Syndrome, offering a unique and rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a child's early educational journey. The position is to start as soon as possible, with working hours from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Initially, the role will require you to work 1 or 2 days a week, with the potential for more hours over time. This is a long-term position with the chance to grow and develop within the role. The main focus of this position is to assist the child in their learning, social interaction, and daily activities, helping to build their confidence and ensure they thrive in the classroom environment. You will work closely with the class teacher and other support staff to create an inclusive and nurturing learning space. Candidates must have previous experience working with individuals with Down Syndrome, although this experience does not need to have been gained in a school setting. A patient, compassionate, and supportive approach is essential, along with the ability to communicate effectively with young children and build strong relationships based on trust. This role offers the opportunity to work in a caring and inclusive school, where your contribution will directly impact the development and progress of a young child. If you're passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and are available to start soon, we’d love to hear from you.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact Monika Paskeviciute on 0161 529 9200 | Ext: 5007 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> Monika Paskeviciute&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0161 529 9200 | Ext: 5007</strong></strong>