Specialised Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Loughton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant in Loughton, Essex. The role involves delivering personalized support to students with complex needs and providing essential personal care. Ideal candidates will have experience with severe learning difficulties and must be able to manage challenging behaviours with patience. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful difference in children's lives and provides ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development

Collaborative team environment

Referral program with incentives

Qualifications

• Experience with students who have complex needs.
• Willingness to provide personal care, including wheelchair assistance.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalised support to students with complex needs.
• Provide personal care for students as needed.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance student outcomes.

Skills

Experience with severe and profound learning difficulties

Familiarity with ASD, PMLD, ADHD

Skill in managing challenging behaviour

Patience and empathy

Job description

Position

Position: SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Loughton, Essex

Hours: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, Starting ASAP

Pay: From £13.69 per hour

About Us

Join our special school in Loughton, Essex, where we provide essential support for children aged 3-19 with severe or profound learning difficulties. The facility is fully equipped to support students who require wheelchairs, hoisting, and personal care assistance.

What We Offer

• A collaborative and welcoming team environment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Chance to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver personalised support to students with complex needs, including ASD, SLD, PMLD, and those exhibiting challenging behaviours.
• Provide personal care, including wheelchair assistance and hoisting.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and support staff to enhance student outcomes.

Requirements

• Experience with students with severe and profound learning difficulties.
• Familiarity with ASD, PMLD, ADHD, and complex behavioural needs.
• Skill in managing challenging behaviour with patience and empathy.
• Must be willing to do personal care.

Referral Program

If you refer someone suitable and they are hired, you receive a £50 shopping voucher.

Contact

Interest? Contact Molly Farrelly at 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1049.

Legal & Compliance

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. An up‑to‑date DBS is required.