Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Support (EYFS/Year 1) Location: Primary School, East London Start Date: September 2025 Contract: Temporary (initially for a few weeks, with potential for extension) Pay: Competitive daily rate, paid weekly via Axcis Education Axcis Education is currently working with a supportive and welcoming primary school in East London who are seeking a caring, experienced Teaching Assistant to join their team in September. This role involves working as a 1:1 Teaching Assistant across EYFS and potentially Year 1, supporting children with social and communication difficulties, including pre-verbal pupils with autism. The successful candidate will play a vital role in helping to create a calm, inclusive learning environment and supporting children's development through structured, nurturing interaction. About the role: 1:1 support for children with autism and social communication needs Working primarily in EYFS, with possible work in Year 1 Supporting communication, social interaction, and early learning skills Working closely with class teachers and SENCO to deliver consistent support Initially a short-term placement to cover a gap while awaiting return from maternity leave, with the possibility of extension Ideal candidates will have: Experience working with pre-verbal children with autism Understanding of early years development and EYFS framework A calm, patient, and empathetic approach Experience using communication strategies such as PECS or Makaton (desirable) A commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice Why work with Axcis Education? Competitive rates of pay, paid weekly Access to training opportunities and CPD Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who understands your needs Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements Work with an agency specialising in SEND recruitment with a strong reputation in the sector<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Patrick Kay on 020 7580 2956.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>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.<br /><br />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.<br /><br />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).<br /><br />Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />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.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Patrick Kay&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956</strong></strong>