Axcis Education is recruiting for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Skelmersdale from September. This is a part-time position, working Monday to Friday, 9:00am–2:00pm, supporting a small group of KS2 pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) through targeted intervention sessions. There is also the potential for a permanent contract for the successful candidate, depending on the school's ongoing staffing needs. About the Role As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work with a small group of Key Stage 2 pupils who require additional support to access learning and make progress. Working closely with the class teachers and SENDCO, you will deliver planned interventions, reinforce classroom learning, and help pupils develop their confidence, communication, and independence. The school is looking for a patient, nurturing, and proactive individual who can build positive relationships and adapt their approach to meet the needs of each child. Your responsibilities may include: • Delivering small group interventions in literacy, numeracy, and social development • Supporting pupils with a range of SEND, including autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and learning difficulties • Encouraging engagement, confidence, and independence • Working alongside teachers to monitor pupil progress • Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing • Helping to create a calm, inclusive, and supportive learning environment About the School This friendly and inclusive mainstream primary school in Skelmersdale is committed to ensuring every child receives the support they need to succeed. The school has a strong focus on inclusion and works collaboratively to provide high-quality intervention for pupils with additional needs. The school also offers: • A welcoming and supportive staff team • Strong leadership and ongoing professional support • Opportunities for training and development • Free on-site parking • Good public transport links Candidate Requirements To be considered for this role, you should have: • Previous experience supporting children with SEND • Experience within a primary school, childcare, youth work, or similar setting • An understanding of autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, or other additional needs • A patient, positive, and adaptable approach • Excellent communication and teamwork skills If you're passionate about helping children with SEND reach their potential and are looking for a rewarding part-time role in a supportive primary school, we'd love to hear from you. 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>