Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Greenford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and professional development

Referral bonuses in shopping vouchers

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Autism in a mainstream primary school. Responsibilities include providing 1:1 and small-group support, assisting with Individual Education Plans, and managing challenging behavior. The ideal candidate will have experience in a school setting, be patient and adaptable, and hold a valid Enhanced DBS. Opportunities for continuous professional development and a supportive team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with Autism and SEND in a school setting.
• Confidence in managing challenging behaviour calmly and professionally.
• Valid Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with Autism and complex needs.
• Promote a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers and external professionals.
• Manage challenging behaviour using consistent strategies.
• Provide personal care support where required.
• Promote a safe, engaging and inclusive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with class teachers, ARP staff and external professionals.

Skills

Experience with Autism and SEND support

Management of challenging behaviour

Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, Colourful Semantics

Patient and kind approach

Tools

Colourful Semantics

PECS

Makaton

Job description

About the Role

Axcis Education is seeking a passionate and experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join the Autism Resourced Provision (ARP) within a supportive mainstream primary school in Ealing. This role involves supporting Upper Key Stage 2 pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder and a range of additional SEND needs. You will provide structured, nurturing, and inclusive support that enables pupils to access learning, develop life skills, and grow in confidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small‑group support for pupils with Autism and complex needs
• Support structured lessons using tools such as Colourful Semantics
• Assist with the implementation and monitoring of Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Manage challenging behaviour (e.g., spitting, kicking, swearing) using consistent and appropriate strategies
• Provide personal care support where required
• Promote a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, ARP staff, and external professionals

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children with Autism and SEND in a school setting
• Confidence in managing challenging behaviour calmly and professionally
• Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, or Colourful Semantics (desirable)
• Patient, kind, and adaptable approach to learning support
• Valid Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service

Why Join This School?

• Be part of a dedicated and collaborative ARP team in a mainstream primary setting
• Access to ongoing training and professional development
• Build meaningful, long‑term relationships with pupils and staff
• Excellent location in Ealing with strong public transport links

If you are interested, contact Meryl McArthur on 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1064.

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

£50 in shopping vouchers for referrals.

Complimentary theatre vouchers for schools located within the Solent area.

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.

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.

Contact

Meryl McArthur
Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 1064