SEND Teaching Assistant

Experienced SEND Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Support | Primary School | Redbridge Full-Time | Immediate Start | Long-Term Role Axcis Education is working with a nurturing and inclusive primary school in Redbridge to recruit a highly experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to support a non-verbal pupil with global developmental delay and severe social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. This is a full-time position starting as soon as possible, continuing for the remainder of the academic year, with the potential for a long-term role for the right person.

The successful candidate will bring a trauma-informed, child-centred approach and a genuine commitment to making a lasting difference in a child’s life.

The Role:

One-to-one support for a pupil in Key Stage 1 or 2 Supporting communication, sensory regulation and emotional wellbeing Implementing strategies tailored to a child with early trauma and developmental delay Working closely with the SENCO, class teacher, and external specialists Using visual aids, routines and positive behaviour support to create a safe and structured environment Who We’re Looking For: A highly experienced SEND TA, preferably with a background in Psychology, Child Development or related field Proven experience supporting non-verbal pupils and children with SEMH or complex needs Skilled in using communication aids such as PECS, Makaton, or visual schedules Emotionally resilient, calm under pressure, and confident in supporting behavioural challenges A strong understanding of the impact of childhood trauma and attachment difficulties Key Details:
Role: 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant

Location:

Primary school in Redbridge, East London

Start Date:

Immediate Contract Type:
Full-time, long-term Why Join This School? A supportive leadership team and experienced SEN department Child-focused, inclusive ethos with a strong pastoral framework Opportunities for training and ongoing professional development A chance to play a key role in a child’s progress both academically and emotionally If you have the experience, empathy, and expertise to support a vulnerable child with complex needs, apply with Axcis Education today.

We look forward to hearing from you.

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jessica Flowerdew on  | Ext: 1061.

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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Contact: Jessica Flowerdew

Telephone:  | Ext: 1061