Bromley, South London | Full-Time | Term Time Only | October Start | Temp to Perm Pay: From £92.63 per day (PAYE) Axcis Education is recruiting a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a highly regarded SEND school in Bromley this September. This specialist school supports pupils aged 7-19 and is well known for its nurturing environment, excellent facilities, and strong commitment to helping children and young people with additional needs achieve their full potential. This rewarding role will involve supporting pupils within a small Key Stage 2 (KS2) class alongside an experienced SEND Teacher. You will work with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), speech and language needs, communication difficulties, and complex learning needs, helping them access learning and develop essential social and communication skills. Candidates with experience using Makaton and/or PECS are highly encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities • Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND. • Support children with Autism (ASD), communication difficulties, and complex learning needs. • Use Makaton, PECS, and other communication strategies to promote engagement and interaction. • Assist pupils in accessing classroom activities and achieving their learning goals. • Support language, communication, emotional regulation, and social development. • Implement positive behaviour support strategies. • Build positive relationships with pupils, teachers, therapists, and families. • Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. The Ideal Candidate • Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND, Autism (ASD), speech and language needs, or complex needs. • Knowledge of Makaton, PECS, AAC, or alternative communication methods is desirable. • Experience working in a school, special school, childcare, care, or support setting. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • A patient, resilient, and positive approach. • The ability to remain calm and effective in challenging situations. • A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs. • Relevant qualifications in Teaching Assistance, SEND, Childcare, Psychology, Education, or Health & Social Care are desirable. Why Work for Axcis Education? • Competitive daily pay with weekly PAYE payments • September start with long-term career opportunities • Temp-to-perm opportunity within a respected SEND school • Small class sizes and excellent staff support • Free CPD and SEND training courses Apply now. INDLON<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Charlotte Carberry on 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1046.<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> Charlotte Carberry&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1046</strong></strong>