Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant – ASD Focus (Primary SEND School) Location: Greenford Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45 AM – 3:45 PM Start Date: March 2025 Commitment: Full Academic Year Axcis is recruiting on behalf of a well-resourced and inclusive SEND Primary School in Greenford. The school caters to 148 pupils with a range of special educational needs including ASD, General Developmental Delay (GDD), and visual and hearing impairments. We are seeking a compassionate, experienced, and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a nurturing environment that promotes engagement, safety, and learning. Key Responsibilities: -Provide in-class support in small groups (approx. 8 pupils) alongside one teacher and three TAs. -Assist children with GDD and sensory needs, including moving & handling (e.g., hoisting). -Support both verbal and non-verbal pupils, helping to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours.- -Use alternative communication methods such as PECS and Makaton. -Deliver personal care support, including toileting and hygiene, where required. Requirements: -Previous experience working in an SEN setting is essential. -Confidence using PECS and understanding of sensory needs. -Comfortable supporting pupils with personal care and managing behaviour supportively. -Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one). -Commitment to working full-time for the full academic year. What the School Offers: -Purpose-built sensory rooms and calming spaces. -Fantastic facilities including an on-site swimming pool and rebound therapy staff. -Opportunities for ongoing training and CPD. -A supportive and welcoming team focused on positive outcomes for every child. If you're an enthusiastic and experienced SEN TA looking to make a genuine impact in a child's life, this role offers a rewarding and stable opportunity in a vibrant and caring school community. Apply now to join a school where every child is empowered to thrive.<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>