Teching Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Greenford seeks a compassionate Teaching Assistant for a full-time position starting January 2026. The role involves supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder and complex needs, fostering a structured learning environment. Ideal candidates should have experience with PECS and Makaton, and be willing to assist with personal care. Join a dedicated team in a supportive school environment with excellent facilities.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Access to specialist SEND resources

Referral vouchers

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with Autism, or experience within EYFS.
• Confidence using PECS and familiarity with Makaton.
• Willingness to support with personal care.
• Ability to commit to full-time hours from September 2025.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with Autism.
• Support pupils with personal care, where required.
• Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Promote a structured, engaging, and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Experience supporting children with Autism

PECS and Makaton

Patient and empathetic approach

Job description

Teaching Assistant – SEN (Autism & Complex Needs) Location: Greenford, Ealing

Start Date: January 2026

Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 3:45pm

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role

Axcis Education is working in partnership with a dedicated Primary Special Needs School in Greenford, Ealing, to recruit a compassionate and experienced Teaching Assistant for a full-time, long-term position starting in January 2026. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex needs, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver personalised learning and promote inclusion.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome
• Use communication strategies such as PECS and Makaton to support learning
• Support pupils with personal care, where required
• Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Promote a structured, engaging, and supportive learning environment
• Record and report on pupil progress
• Contribute to planning, review, and progress meetings

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children with Autism, or experience within EYFS
• Confidence using PECS and familiarity with Makaton
• Willingness to support with personal care
• Patient, empathetic, and proactive approach
• Ability to commit to full-time hours from September 2025
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

Why Join This School?

• Supportive and welcoming team environment
• Excellent facilities and access to specialist SEND resources
• Easily accessible via public transport in Ealing and Greenford

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Meryl McArthur on 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1064.

For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

Don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.

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).

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: Meryl McArthur

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 1064