SEND Teaching Assistant – Secondary School Location: Barnes Full-Time & Part-Time Positions Available We are currently recruiting experienced SEND Teaching Assistants to join a secondary school in the Barnes area. The school is looking for dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistants who have a strong understanding of supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), particularly those with: Challenging behaviour Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Complex needs Additional learning and behavioural needs Previous experience working within a secondary school or specialist SEND setting is highly desirable. The Role You will be supporting students both in the classroom and throughout the school day, helping them to access learning, develop confidence and manage their behaviour and individual needs. Both full-time and part-time opportunities are available. What We Are Looking For Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND Experience supporting challenging behaviour Understanding of ASD and complex needs A patient, resilient and compassionate approach Excellent communication and teamwork skills Ability to build positive relationships with students Previous secondary school experience is preferred Requirements Right to Work in the UK Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply for one Relevant experience working with children or young people Up-to-date CV What the School Offers Full-time and part-time positions Supportive school environment Opportunity to develop your SEND experience 12-week probation period, with the opportunity to move into a permanent role following successful completion How to Apply If you have the relevant experience and are interested in this opportunity, please send your CV to olga@axcis.co.uk. Please also ensure you can provide evidence of your Right to Work in the UK and DBS status. We look forward to hearing from you! INDLON<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Olga Arcidiacono on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1030.<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. 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 />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.</em><br /><br /><em>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> Olga Arcidiacono&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1030</strong></strong>