Teaching Assistant (Full-Time) – Secondary School SEND Support (SEMH) • Location: Horwich • Contract: Full-Time • Salary: £83.40 - £95 per day (6.5 hours) Are you passionate about supporting young people in a secondary school setting? Do you have the patience and resilience to help students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs thrive in their education? We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join the SEND department of a secondary school in Horwich. This full-time role involves working closely with students who require additional support to manage their emotions, develop confidence, and engage positively in learning. Key Responsibilities: • Provide targeted support to students with SEMH needs, both in class and through tailored interventions • Assist teachers in adapting lessons and strategies to support individual student needs • Foster positive relationships with students, helping them develop confidence and resilience • Support students in managing their emotions and behaviour in a school environment • Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral teams, and SEND staff to implement support plans • Encourage student engagement, participation, and personal development What We’re Looking For: • Experience working with young people, particularly those with SEMH or SEND needs (desirable but not essential) • A calm, patient, and understanding approach to behaviour management • Strong communication and teamwork skills • Ability to build positive relationships with students and encourage their progress • Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, Psychology, or SEND-related) are an advantage Why Join Us? • Work in a supportive and dynamic secondary school environment • Gain valuable experience and access professional development opportunities • Play a key role in helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential If you are committed to making a difference in the lives of young people and want to be part of a dedicated SEND team, we’d love to hear from you! <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Robert Higginbottom on 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 4782.<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> Robert Higginbottom&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 4782</strong></strong>