Job Role: Teaching Assistant (Down Syndrome Support) Location: Wandsworth, London Pay: Paid to scale Start Date: Monday 1st September Contract: Full-time Are you a patient, compassionate, and dedicated individual with a passion for supporting children with special educational needs? We are seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant to provide one-to-one and group support for a pupil with Down syndrome in a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Wandsworth. About the Role: • Support the educational and social development of a pupil with Down syndrome • Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver tailored learning activities • Promote independence and confidence in learning and daily routines • Help create a positive, safe, and nurturing learning environment What We’re Looking For: • Experience supporting children with special educational needs (SEN), particularly Down syndrome, is highly desirable • A calm, empathetic, and proactive approach • Strong communication and teamwork skills • Commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities for all pupils In Return, We Offer: • A supportive and friendly school community • Opportunities for professional development and training • A rewarding role where you can make a real difference in a child’s life <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jake White on 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1068.<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> Jake White&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1068</strong></strong>