Location: Castlebar, London Start Date: November 2026 Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term Working Hours: Monday to Friday | School Hours Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience About the Role We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Unqualified Teaching Assistant to join a supportive Special Educational Needs setting in Castlebar, Ealing, starting in November 2026. This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and additional complex needs. You will work closely with teachers and specialist staff to help deliver individualised learning programmes and create a positive, inclusive learning environment. You will be working with primary-aged children up to 7 years old, alongside a supportive classroom team consisting of a teacher and two or three other SEND Teaching Assistants. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with Autism and additional learning needs. Support communication and engagement using strategies such as PECS and Makaton where appropriate. Assist pupils with personal care requirements when needed. Support the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and individual learning targets. Promote a structured, safe and engaging learning environment. Monitor and record pupil progress, providing regular feedback to teaching staff. Contribute to planning, review and progress meetings with the wider team. Encourage pupils' independence, confidence and social development. Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils, helping them feel safe, supported and included. Requirements Previous experience supporting children with Autism, SLD, SEN or within an Early Years setting is desirable. Knowledge of PECS, Makaton or alternative communication methods is advantageous. Willingness to support pupils with personal care needs. A patient, caring and proactive approach to supporting children. Ability to commit to a full-time position from November 2026. Relevant safeguarding checks and references will be required. Why Join This School? Supportive Team: Work alongside a welcoming and experienced staff team. Specialist Resources: Access specialist SEN resources and facilities to support pupils' learning and development. Training & Development: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development opportunities. Meaningful Work: Make a genuine difference to the lives of children with additional needs. Long-Term Opportunity: Secure a full-time, long-term position within a supportive SEN setting. Start Date: November 2026 If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and are looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity in a supportive SEN school, 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>