Location: Acton Town, London Start Date: ASAP / Trial days taking place About the Role We are seeking dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants to join a specialist college in Acton Town, supporting young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students, helping them develop independence, communication, and life skills. You will work closely with teaching staff and multidisciplinary teams to provide tailored support, ensuring each student can access learning in a safe and supportive environment. Working Hours • Monday: 08:50 – 16:00 • Tuesday: 08:50 – 16:45 • Wednesday: 08:50 – 16:15 • Thursday: 08:50 – 16:00 • Friday: 08:50 – 16:10 Key Responsibilities • Support students with ASD in both classroom and practical learning environments • Assist in delivering personalised learning programmes • Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies • Support communication needs using a range of approaches (e.g. visual supports, PECS, Makaton) • Encourage independence, social interaction, and life skills development • Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff • Maintain accurate records of student progress and wellbeing About You • Experience working with individuals with SEND, particularly ASD (preferred but not essential) • You MUST be comfortable with personal care • Patient, resilient, and empathetic approach • Strong communication and teamwork skills • A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs • Willingness to learn and undertake relevant training What We Offer • A supportive and collaborative working environment • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities • The chance to make a real impact every day • Opportunities for career progression within SEND education If you are interested in attending a trial day, please reply to this email. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Tessa Ejehu on 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1044.<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> Tessa Ejehu&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1044</strong></strong>