Axcis Education is recruiting for dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistants to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Southport from September 2026. This is a full-time Teaching Assistant job in Southport, working Monday to Friday, 8:45am–3:30pm. The successful candidate will provide dedicated 1:1 SEND support to children in a Reception class with complex additional needs, including autism, ADHD, learning difficulties and other SEND needs. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or childcare professional looking for a rewarding role supporting children with additional needs in a primary school setting. This is a temp to permanent role, working a set number of weeks on supply through Axcis before joining the school on a permanent basis About the 1:1 Teaching Assistant Role As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will provide consistent, nurturing and individualised support to one or more children within the Reception classroom. The children have a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including: • Autism / ASC • ADHD • Learning difficulties • Complex additional needs • Behavioural needs • Communication and social difficulties Some personal care and toileting support will be required as part of the role.You will help children access learning, develop their communication and social skills, build independence and feel safe and supported throughout the school day. The school is looking for a patient, caring and proactive Teaching Assistant who can build strong relationships with children and adapt their approach to meet individual needs. Alongside your 1:1 responsibilities, you may also support with: • Small group interventions • General classroom support within Reception • Supporting children during playtimes and lunchtimes • Supporting pupils during transitions • Encouraging communication, independence and social development About the School This is a friendly and inclusive mainstream primary school in Southport with a strong commitment to inclusion and supporting pupils with additional needs. The school works closely with families and external professionals to ensure children receive appropriate and consistent support. The successful Teaching Assistant will benefit from: • A welcoming and supportive staff team • Strong leadership and ongoing support • Training and professional development opportunities • Free on-site parking • Good public transport links • Potential for a permanent position Requirements To be considered for this position, you should have: • Previous experience working with children • Experience supporting children with SEND or additional needs • Experience in a school, nursery, early years, care, youth work or similar child-focused setting • A willingness to provide personal care and toileting support Previous experience working specifically as a 1:1 Teaching Assistant is desirable but not essential if you have relevant experience supporting children with additional needs. Apply for a Teaching Assistant Job in Southport If you're looking for a 1:1 Teaching Assistant job in Southport starting September 2026, and you have experience supporting children with SEND or high additional needs, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with Axcis Education to be considered for this rewarding 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant role in Southport. INDLAN<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact John Boddington on 01772 540 740 | Ext: 3005.<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. 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 />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>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> John Boddington&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01772 540 740 | Ext: 3005</strong></strong>