Axcis are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant school in Birmingham, West Midlands. The ideal candidate will have a genuine desire to support children with varied educational needs and disabilities within a classroom setting. As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to facilitate a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students. Key Responsibilities: - Offer tailored support to students with special educational needs and disabilities to help them access the curriculum. - Work under the guidance of the SENCO and class teachers to implement individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). - Assist in the preparation and delivery of learning activities, adapting materials and methods to meet the needs of individual learners. - Provide emotional support and encouragement to students, promoting self-esteem and independence. - Monitor and record student progress, reporting any concerns to the SENCO and relevant staff members. - Collaborate with other professionals involved in the students’ education such as therapists and educational psychologists. - Contribute to the creation of a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment. - Assist with classroom management and behavior support strategies. - Accompany and support students during social times such as lunch breaks and on school trips. - Help to develop students' social skills and integration with peers. - Attend and participate in relevant meetings and training sessions. Requirements: - Previous experience working with SEN students or relevant qualifications such as a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant certificate, or willingness to obtain one. - Strong understanding of the challenges faced by students with SEND. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work effectively as part of a team and build rapport with children, staff, and parents. - Patience, resilience, and a positive, encouraging approach. - Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. - A valid Enhanced DBS check or willingness to undergo one. - Flexibility to deal with the varied demands of the role. Pay: £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>