We are currently looking for a resilient and passionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join our team at a vibrant secondary school in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. This is a full-time role where you will have the opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs and disabilities. Key Responsibilities: - Provide tailored support to secondary-aged pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), including ASD, ADHD, behavioural difficulties, and learning disabilities. - Facilitate small group and one-to-one sessions to aid pupils in achieving their academic and personal development targets. - Attend professional development training and staff meetings as required to stay updated on best practices in SEND education. Qualifications: - A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience working with SEND pupils. - An understanding of the secondary curriculum and the barriers pupils with SEND may face. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with students, staff, and parents. - Patience, empathy, and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations. - A proactive and flexible approach to work with a strong commitment to continuous learning and improvement. Axcis Education is a leader in SEND recruitment, placing professionals in schools that offer rewarding work experiences. Join us in making a difference in the lives of young learners with SEND. <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>