Teaching Assistant – Epilepsy & Seizure Support

Axcis Education Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support secondary school students with epilepsy in East London. This full-time role, starting September 2025, focuses on providing a safe and inclusive environment, making a significant impact on students' well-being. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and training, along with excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay, paid weekly

Free CPD training

Supportive school placements

Opportunities for career development

On-site staff parking

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with epilepsy or medical needs.
• Excellent communication skills with students and staff.
• A valid DBS on the update service.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support and monitoring for students with epilepsy.
• Work alongside teaching staff and the medical team.
• Ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Calmness in emergencies

Education

Relevant medical or SEN training

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Epilepsy & Seizure Support – Secondary School – East London – September 2025 Start Axcis Education is currently seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students aged 11–17 with epilepsy and seizure-related needs in a supportive mainstream secondary school in East London. This rewarding full-time role begins September 2025 and offers the opportunity to make a real difference in young lives. About the Role: Position: Teaching Assistant – Epilepsy & Seizure Support Start Date: September 2025 Location: East London (excellent transport links + on-site parking) Setting: Mainstream secondary school Schedule: Full-time (term-time only) Student Profile: Students aged 11–17 with epilepsy or seizure-related health conditions who require monitoring, emotional support, and a calm, responsive presence throughout the school day You’ll work alongside teaching staff and the school’s medical team to provide a safe and inclusive learning environment, with a key focus on student well-being and safety. Ideal Candidate Will Have: Experience supporting children or young people with epilepsy or medical needs A calm and confident approach, especially in emergency or health-related situations Excellent communication skills with both students and staff A valid DBS on the update service Relevant medical or SEN training is a bonus (e.g., epilepsy awareness, administering rescue medication) Benefits of Working with Axcis: Competitive daily pay, paid weekly A personal consultant who specialises in SEN and understands your needs Free CPD training including Epilepsy Awareness, Safeguarding, Team Teach, and more Supportive school placements with the potential for long-term or permanent roles Opportunities to develop your career within SEN and mainstream settings Location Highlights: On-site staff parking available Well-connected to multiple Tube and rail stations Located in a vibrant East London neighbourhood with great local amenities

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Patrick Kay on 020 7580 2956.

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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