SEND Nursery Assistant

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

Job summary

Axcis Education is recruiting a SEND Nursery Assistant for a primary school in Camden, London. The role involves supporting children with diverse needs including Autism and SEMH challenges. Ideal candidates will have experience in a nursery setting, a nurturing approach, and familiarity with communication systems like PECS.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD and excellent candidate support

Potential for long-term assignments

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with ASD and SEMH needs.
• Confidence working with non-verbal pupils.
• Nurturing and patient approach with experience in personal care.

Responsibilities

• Support young pupils with complex needs in the nursery.
• Work closely with teachers and specialists for holistic support.
• Deliver personal care in an educational setting.

Skills

Experience with ASD

Experience with SEMH needs

Confidence with non-verbal pupils

Nurturing approach

Education

Relevant qualifications in childcare or education

Tools

PECS knowledge

Job description

SEND Nursery Assistant – Camden, NW5 Start Date – May 2025 Duration – Ongoing Pay Rate – £89+ per day Working Hours – 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., Monday to Friday On behalf of our client, a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Camden, NW5, Axcis Education is seeking a compassionate and experienced SEND Nursery Assistant for a full-time role. About your new job: This role is based in the school's nursery provision and involves supporting young pupils with a range of complex needs including Autism, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties, non-verbal communication, and the need for personal care. The successful candidate will demonstrate: Previous experience supporting children with ASD and SEMH needs Confidence working with non-verbal pupils (knowledge of PECS and other communication systems is highly desirable) A nurturing and patient approach, with experience delivering personal care in an educational or childcare setting An ability to work closely with the class teacher, therapists and SENCO to ensure each child is supported holistically Candidates with prior experience in a nursery or primary school setting in the UK will be strongly preferred. About Axcis Education: Axcis Education is the UK’s leading SEND recruitment agency, trusted by schools across the country to provide high-quality, specialist staff. We offer ongoing CPD, excellent candidate support, and a wide range of opportunities in education. Whether you’re seeking your next challenge or a long-term SEND role, Axcis can help you find it. What to do next: If you’re interested in this role, please apply using the button below and one of our consultants will be in touch shortly. If this position isn’t quite right for you but you’re looking for work in education, contact Axcis today to explore other opportunities. INDLON

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jessica Flowerdew on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1061.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

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).

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.

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Contact: Jessica Flowerdew

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 1061