**Job Title: Teaching Assistant** **Location: Andover, Hampshire** **Type: Full-Time** **Specialism: ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition) and SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs)** **Sector: Secondary Education** --- **Job Description:** We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant secondary school in Andover, Hampshire. The successful candidate will work full-time supporting students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This role calls for an individual with a compassionate approach and a commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive environment that facilitates the educational and personal growth of our students. **Key Responsibilities:** - Assist in the provision of educational support for students with ASC and SEMH, focusing on creating a safe and nurturing learning environment. - Collaborate with teachers to implement individual education plans and behavioural plans tailored to students' needs. - Facilitate small group sessions and one-on-one support to help students develop academic skills, social competencies, and self-regulation strategies. - Monitor and track student progress, providing feedback to teachers and other support staff to inform instructional strategies. - Create and adapt learning materials and resources to suit the diverse needs of our students. - Encourage positive student behaviour and manage challenging behaviour effectively, utilising de-escalation techniques and adhering to school policies. - Provide assistance with personal care routines if required. - Participate in training and development opportunities to remain up to date with the latest educational practices relevant to ASC and SEMH. - Foster good relationships with parents or caregivers, including regular communication about students' progress and needs. - Assist with the supervision of students during non-classroom times, including escorting them to various on-campus locations and monitoring during breaks. **Requirements:** - Proven experience as a Teaching Assistant or similar role, with a focus on supporting students with ASC and SEMH advantageous. - Understanding of the challenges and barriers faced by students with special educational needs. - Ability to implement effective strategies to engage and motivate students with diverse needs. - Patience, resilience, and a positive, supportive approach to student development. - Strong teamwork and collaboration skills to work closely with teachers, support staff and multi-disciplinary teams. - Good communication skills, both written and verbal, to liaise with staff, students and families. - Relevant qualifications in education, special needs education, or behavioural support are desirable. - An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Grace O'Neill on 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6009.<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> Grace O'Neill&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6009</strong></strong>