Unqualified Primary Teaching Assistant

Location:

Merton, SM4

Hours:

8:30am - 3:45pm, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)

Start Date:

September

Pay:
Competitive Daily Rate

Axcis Education is currently recruiting for a compassionate and dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Merton (SM4) this September. This rewarding role involves supporting primary-aged pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD). You will work closely with teachers and therapists to help pupils access learning, develop communication skills, and build independence in a supportive and nurturing environment.

The school provides excellent facilities and a strong support network, making this a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to develop their experience in SEND education, special educational needs, and complex needs support.

• Support pupils with PMLD, SLD, and complex learning needs on a 1:1 and small-group basis.
• Assist students in accessing classroom activities, sensory learning sessions, and therapeutic interventions.
• Encourage independence, communication, and social development.
• Support pupils with mobility, physical needs, and daily living skills.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff.
• Provide personal care where required, ensuring pupils are treated with dignity and respect at all times.
• Create a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, PMLD, SLD, complex needs, autism, or physical disabilities.
• A patient, caring, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Confidence supporting pupils with personal care needs.
• A genuine passion for helping children with additional needs achieve their full potential.
• Experience in education, care, support work, healthcare, childcare, or similar settings is highly desirable.

• Full‑time, long‑term opportunity starting in September.
• Gain valuable experience within a specialist SEND school.
• Work alongside experienced education and therapy professionals.
• Make a meaningful difference to the lives of children with complex needs.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Axcis Education consultant.

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.

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.