Full-Time SEND Teaching Assistant – All-Through SEND School Location: Hartley Hours: 8:30am – 4:00pm, Monday to Friday Contract: Temp to Perm / Supply / Full-Time / Flexible options available We are proud to be working with a nurturing and forward-thinking all-through SEND school in Hartley, supporting pupils aged 3–19 with a wide range of additional needs. The school is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team and make a meaningful impact on students’ daily lives. Students at the school present with a variety of needs, including Autism (ASD), ADHD, PMLD, medical needs, and behaviours that challenge. You will play a vital role in supporting both their academic progress and social-emotional development, working closely with experienced teachers and support staff. The school also offers an inspiring Forest School provision, giving pupils the chance to engage with the natural environment, take supported risks, and develop confidence, resilience, and independence through child-led outdoor learning. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual student needs Support pupils with behaviour regulation, communication, and emotional wellbeing Assist with and actively participate in Forest School sessions Work collaboratively with teachers to implement personalised learning and care plans Help create a safe, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment Requirements Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND (ASD, ADHD, PMLD desirable) A calm, patient, and empathetic approach Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team A genuine passion for helping young people thrive Why Join This School? A welcoming, inclusive, and supportive working environment The opportunity to be involved in an innovative Forest School programme Ongoing training and professional development Flexible working options to suit your availability If you’re looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same and your work truly makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Patsy Boguzas on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1031.<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> Patsy Boguzas&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1031</strong></strong>