**Job Title**: Graduate Teaching Assistant **Location**: Manchester, Greater Manchester **Job Type**: Part-Time **Education Level**: Graduate Degree --- **Company Overview**: We at Axcis Education are dedicated to providing an inclusive and supportive educational environment for all students. We value diversity and believe in fostering a learning community where every child can thrive. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an empathetic and proactive Graduate Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting students with a variety of educational needs, including autism and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges. **Role Summary**: The Graduate Teaching Assistant will play a key role in assisting classroom teachers in creating a nurturing and effective learning environment. This position is ideal for individuals who are keen on making a significant impact on the lives of young students and are seeking experience within the educational sector. **Key Responsibilities**: - Provide on-to-one support and small group interventions for students with special educational needs, particularly those with autism and SEMH. - Implement behaviour management strategies to promote a positive and productive classroom atmosphere. - Work under the direction of the class teacher to support student learning and assist in the delivery of the curriculum. - Monitor and track student progress, providing feedback to teachers and contributing to the evaluation of students' educational needs. - Support students during transition times, ensuring their safety and assisting with emotional regulation. - Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to support student development and well-being. - Prepare classroom materials and set up equipment necessary for lessons and activities. - Assist with administrative tasks as needed, such as record-keeping and organizing resources. **Requirements**: - Must possess a graduate degree, preferably in education or a related field. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with students, staff, and parents. - An understanding of the needs of students with autism and SEMH challenges. - A positive and patient approach to behaviour management. - Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. - Flexibility and adaptability to work with different age groups and learning needs. - While previous experience as a teaching assistant is not required, it is highly preferred. - Pay starts between £89 and £104. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Laurene Pierrot on 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5013.<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> Laurene Pierrot&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5013</strong></strong>