Job Title: Teaching Assistant - Special Needs Support Location: Mainstream Secondary School, Knowsley Job Type: Full-Time Salary: from £12.50 per hour Are you ready to inspire the next generation? Axcis Education is seeking a confident and motivated Teaching Assistant to join a large mainstream high school in Knowsley. Catering to students aged 11-17 from diverse backgrounds, the school offers a supportive and resource-rich environment to help you excel in your role. Key Responsibilities Provide tailored support to students on a 1:1 or group basis, addressing their individual needs. Help students manage emotions and behaviour, fostering a positive learning environment. Support students with SEMH, ASD, and ADHD, leveraging your prior experience. Assist with the KS3 curriculum, ensuring pupils stay engaged and on track academically. Demonstrate strong behaviour management skills to maintain a structured classroom atmosphere. What We're Looking For... The ideal candidate will: Serve as a positive role model, inspiring and guiding students to achieve their best. Foster a sense of community and togetherness within the school and beyond. Support students' personal, spiritual, and emotional development. Build trusting and nurturing relationships with pupils, encouraging their growth. Promote resilience and independence, helping students thrive in a safe and stimulating environment. Requirements: Experience working with children with SEMH, ASD, and ADHD. A calming, empathetic presence capable of keeping students focused and engaged. A professional demeanour and the ability to contribute positively to the school environment. What’s in It for You? Long-term, full-time role with the potential for a permanent position. Weekly pay at competitive rates, reflecting your experience. The opportunity to work in a dynamic, well-resourced school setting. If you’re passionate about education and ready to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you! Apply today and start your journey as a valued member of the Axcis team. INDLIV <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact James Kerrison on 0151 459 9299 l Ext: 3030.<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;50 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> James Kerrison&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0151 459 9299 l Ext: 3030</strong></strong>