Position: Teaching Assistant Location: Primary School Contract Type: full time Hours: 8.30 am -15.30 pm About Us: Axcis is working to recruit a teaching assistant to join a primary School in Croydon. The school is a vibrant and inclusive learning community dedicated to fostering the growth and development of all our students. Their mission is to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The school prides itself on its strong emphasis on inclusion, understanding, and respect for all learners. They are currently seeking a compassionate and skilled teaching assistant to support students with autism. In this role, you will assist the classroom teacher in delivering tailored educational programs that focus on both academic and social development. Your support will be essential in helping the student develop communication skills and navigate social interactions. Key Responsibilities: • Assist the classroom teacher in delivering personalised educational programs. • Working 1:1 with students • Support the student in developing communication and social skills, using appropriate strategies and tools. • Create a safe and positive learning environment that encourages participation and engagement. Qualifications: • Experience working with students on the autism spectrum • Knowledge of autism spectrum disorders and associated learning needs. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Patience, empathy, and adaptability in diverse situations. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact Hannah Bassett on 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1066 and click on the apply button.<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> Hannah Bassett&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1066</strong></strong>