SEN Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Autism Support (KS1) Location: Hillingdon, Uxbridge Start Date: September 2026 Trial Days: Available ASAP Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term (Potential Permanent Opportunity) Working Hours: Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 4:00pm Salary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience About the School Axcis Education is working in partnership with a welcoming and well-regarded mainstream primary school in Hillingdon, Uxbridge, to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a full-time role starting in September 2026. The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos, supportive leadership team, and commitment to ensuring every child receives the support they need to succeed. With excellent facilities and a nurturing learning environment, the school provides staff with the resources and support needed to make a genuine difference to pupils' lives. Trial days are available immediately, allowing successful candidates the opportunity to secure their position ahead of the new academic year. The Role This rewarding role involves providing dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 1 pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) within a mainstream classroom setting. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the pupil's academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development, helping them engage positively in school life and progress throughout their educational journey. The school is seeking someone who can build positive relationships while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries. You will need to be calm, resilient, patient, and confident in managing behaviour, using a firm but fair approach that supports the child's individual needs. This position offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on a child's early education, with the potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate. Key Responsibilities Provide consistent and structured 1:1 support for a Year 1 pupil with Autism. Support the pupil in accessing learning and participating fully in classroom activities. Implement tailored learning, communication, and behaviour strategies. Promote positive behaviour through clear expectations and consistent routines. Support the child's social, emotional, and academic development. Encourage independence, confidence, and positive peer interactions. Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider school staff to ensure the best outcomes for the pupil. Build positive and professional relationships with parents and carers. Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to teaching staff. The Ideal Candidate Will Have Previous experience supporting children with Autism (ASD) within a mainstream primary school setting. Experience supporting pupils with ADHD and additional behavioural needs. Strong behaviour management skills and confidence in setting boundaries. Experience supporting SEMH needs (highly desirable). A patient, resilient, and proactive approach. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs. An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one). Full-time availability from September 2026. Availability to attend trial days immediately. Why Join This School? Friendly, inclusive, and supportive mainstream primary school. Excellent leadership team and welcoming staff culture. Well-resourced classrooms and learning facilities. Opportunity to make a meaningful difference through dedicated 1:1 support. Potential for a permanent contract following a successful placement. Convenient Hillingdon location with excellent transport links. Trial days available immediately. Long-term, full-time role starting in September 2026. If you are passionate about supporting children with Autism and want to play a key role in helping a young learner thrive throughout their educational journey, we would love to hear from you.<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. 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> Meryl McArthur&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1064</strong></strong>