Support Worker

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

Job summary

A prominent education recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant in Harrow. This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with diverse needs in a nurturing environment. Key responsibilities include assisting with personal care and promoting positive behaviour. The ideal candidate is compassionate, reliable, and has experience in care or SEND settings. Benefits include free training programs and the opportunity to make a significant difference in students' lives. Ongoing training, supportive community, and referral bonuses are also offered.

Benefits

Free CPD & Training Provided

Referral bonus of £50

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• No formal education background required.
• Experience in care, support work, or working with individuals with additional needs is highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support learning in a highly structured, nurturing environment.
• Assist with hoisting and manual handling.
• Provide personal care.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Help pupils develop communication, social, and life skills.
• Work closely with teaching staff, therapists, and medical professionals.

Skills

Experience within care, support, or SEND environments

Patience and compassion

Proactive and resilient attitude

Team player

Willingness to undertake personal care

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant – Harrow

Pay: £90–£100 per day. Start: January 2026, Monday to Friday, ongoing.

About the Role

An excellent secondary school in Harrow is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of complex needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in a setting that prides itself on warmth, inclusivity, and unwavering commitment to every child’s success.

Role responsibilities include:

• Supporting learning in a highly structured, nurturing environment
• Assisting with hoisting and manual handling
• Providing personal care
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Helping pupils develop communication, social, and life skills
• Working closely with teaching staff, therapists, and medical professionals

No formal education background is required. Experience in care, support work, or working with individuals with additional needs is highly beneficial.

What the School Offers

• A flexible, personalised curriculum with a strong focus on reading, writing, and maths
• Specialist programmes that support emotional, social, and physical development
• Regular involvement from therapists, health professionals, and medical staff
• A supportive environment that promotes independence, confidence, and essential life skills
• A welcoming, committed community focused on achieving the very best outcomes for every child

Benefits

Free CPD & Training Provided. You will have access to a full programme of professional development, including:

• Team Teach
• Non‑Verbal Communication
• Safeguarding in Education Level 2
• Moving and Handling
• Autism Awareness
• Managing Challenging Behaviour
• Additional SEND-focused workshops and training

What We Are Looking For

• A patient, compassionate, and reliable individual
• Experience within care, support, or SEND environments
• A willingness to undertake personal care and physical support tasks
• Someone who is proactive, resilient, and eager to learn
• A team player committed to supporting pupils with diverse needs

Why Join Us

If you are passionate about helping children with SEND thrive and want to join a supportive, highly regarded school, we welcome your application.

Referral Bonus

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

Application Process

To apply, please click on the apply button and contact Megan Stride on 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1067.

Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding

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. 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.

Agency Information

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.

Contact

Contact: Megan Stride

Telephone: [phone] l Ext: 1067