Epilepsy SEND TA

Axcis Education Recruitment; Barking; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Barking is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with epilepsy. This full-time, long-term position involves providing personalized care and assistance, ensuring the child accesses the curriculum, and maintaining communication with parents and professionals. Ideal candidates have experience with medical care needs and a passion for supporting children with additional needs.

Benefits

Referral offer of £50 in vouchers

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting pupils with complex care needs.
• Ability to follow care plans and safeguarding protocols.
• A calm, reassuring presence.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with epilepsy.
• Support learning in class and ensure curriculum access.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents.

Skills

Experience with medical care

Calm demeanor under pressure

Passion for supporting children

Job description

Overview

SEN TA – Epilepsy & Seizure Care – Primary – Barking & Dagenham
From £92/day | Primary | Barking & Dagenham | Full-Time | Long-Term

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 support for a pupil with epilepsy, monitoring wellbeing and responding appropriately to seizures.
• Supporting learning in class, ensuring the child can fully access the curriculum.
• Maintaining accurate records of incidents and liaising closely with parents and medical professionals.
• Encouraging confidence, independence and social skills through tailored support.

What we’re looking for / Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting pupils with medical or complex care needs.
• Confidence in following care plans and safeguarding protocols.
• A calm, reassuring presence and the ability to think quickly under pressure.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.

This role offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference to a child’s safety, education and wellbeing within a caring school community.

Application information

If you are interested, please click on the apply button and contact Max Anastasiou on 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1069.

Referral offer: we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise. Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria. 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. 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. If the position involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work and permanent positions. 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. Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Contact: Max Anastasiou

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 1069