SEND Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking an Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant in Rainham to support pupils with autism and sensory needs. The ideal candidate will have experience in Early Years settings and a nurturing demeanor. This full-time, long-term role emphasizes development of communication skills and emotional support for children. Strong collaboration with teachers and therapists is essential in this supportive school environment. Apply now to further your career in SEND education!

Qualifications

• Experience in Early Years, SEND or childcare settings.
• A nurturing, patient and enthusiastic personality.
• Understanding of autism and early developmental needs.
• Commitment to full-time, long-term work.

Responsibilities

• Supporting EYFS pupils through play-based, sensory-led learning activities.
• Helping children develop early communication and interaction skills.
• Supporting routines, transitions and emotional regulation throughout the day.
• Setting up sensory activities and structured play opportunities.
• Working closely with the SENCO and EYFS teachers to track progress.

Skills

Experience in Early Years

Understanding of autism

Nurturing personality

Patience

Enthusiasm

Job description

Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant – Autism & Sensory Needs – Rainham

From £89/day | EYFS | Rainham | Immediate Start | Full-Time | Long-Term

Axcis are recruiting for an Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant to join a nurturing primary school in Rainham, supporting pupils with autism, sensory processing needs and developmental delay. The school has a strong EYFS team, excellent leadership and a warm, supportive culture focused on early communication and emotional development. The school is within walking distance of the station and offers parking for staff.

In this role, you will be:

• Supporting EYFS pupils through play Fuck-based, sensory-led learning activities.
• Helping children develop early communication, attention and interaction skills.
• Supporting routines, transitions and emotional góp regulation throughout the day.
• Setting up sensory activities and structured play opportunities.
• Working closely with the SENCO, EYFS teachers and therapists to track progress.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in Early Years, SEND or childcare settings.
• A nurturing, patient and enthusiastic personality.
• Understanding of autism and early developmental needs.
• Commitment to full-time, long-term work.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about Early Years SEND and early intervention. Apply now to take the next step in your SEND career.

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

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 otheruted 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.

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Contact: Max Anastasiou
Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 1069