Primary Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education; London Borough of Islington; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education is seeking compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants to support autistic pupils in our growing primary provision. The role focuses on developing independence, communication, and emotional wellbeing within small class settings.

You will work within a purpose-built environment that uses Positive Behaviour Support and autism-friendly practices, with visual supports, structured routines, and a focus on safety and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting autistic pupils in a SEND setting.
• Ability to implement visual supports and structured routines.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Autism and additional needs within small class settings.
• Assist with learning, communication, and social development.
• Implement visual supports, work systems, and structured routines.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.
• Encourage independence and celebrate every achievement.

Skills

Autism awareness

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Patience

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Are you a compassionate, resilient, and enthusiastic SEND professional looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of autistic children? A lovely SEND school is seeking dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils within our growing primary provision. Currently, we offer specialist education for Key Stage 1 provision (Years 1 and 2) and our Key Stage 2 pupils (Years 3, 4, 5 and 6). Our primary site provides a purpose-built learning environment, including a school-wide Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approach. Our focus is on helping pupils develop independence, resilience, communication skills, and emotional wellbeing while learning in a safe and supportive environment.

• Spacious classrooms
• Small group intervention rooms
• Therapy room
• Sensory room
• Access to indoor halls
• Computer suite
• Hydrotherapy pool for swimming lessons
• Library
• Outdoor playgrounds

We use autism-friendly best practice and a school-wide Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approach.

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils with Autism and additional needs within small class settings
• Assist with learning, communication, and social development
• Implement visual supports, work systems, and structured routines
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Encourage independence and celebrate every achievement

All students benefit from:

• Autism-specific teaching strategies
• Small group learning and key worker support
• Social communication and emotional wellbeing programmes
• Restorative approaches to relationships and friendships
• A positive reward system that celebrates success

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with experience in SEND education, care, support work, or those passionate about supporting neurodiverse children to achieve their full potential.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

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.

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).

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.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to 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.