Job Vacancy: SEN Teaching Assistant – Specialist Communication Class Location: West Drayton Start Date: ASAP | Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday (8:30 AM – 3:30 PM) The Primary School is a vibrant and inclusive mainstream school in West Drayton, with a strong community ethos and a deep commitment to supporting every child’s individual needs. Axcis are currently seeking a compassionate, experienced, and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist total communication class, supporting pupils with complex learning needs, including Autism, Down Syndrome, and challenging behaviour. About the Role: In this specialist class, you will work as part of a dedicated team with a 2:1 TA support ratio and one class teacher, supporting around 10 pupils. These pupils benefit from a communication-rich, highly structured environment designed to meet a wide range of needs. The role involves both group and 1:1 support, and you will be integral in helping children regulate, engage, and access their learning. Some personal care duties may be required. Requirements: -Proven experience supporting children with ASD, Down Syndrome, complex needs, and challenging behaviour -Comfortable with delivering personal care when required -Must hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service -Patient, proactive, and passionate about inclusive education Why Join Us? The school has a strong emphasis on inclusion, mutual respect, and working in close partnership with families to help every child thrive. We offer a warm, welcoming school environment where your role will truly make a difference every day. If you're ready to be part of a nurturing and collaborative team and help shape the lives of our exceptional learners, we'd love to hear from you. INDLON<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Meryl McArthur on 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1064.<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> Meryl McArthur&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1064</strong></strong>