Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant – Construction LSA Location: Plumstead, South East London Hours: Monday to Friday | 9:00am – 5:00pm Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term Start Date: September 2025 A well-regarded mainstream college in Plumstead is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to support students with additional needs who are enrolled in Construction vocational courses. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a mainstream post-16 environment, supporting inclusive education and helping young people with SEND, ASD, ADHD, and SEMH thrive in a hands-on learning context. You will play a crucial role in supporting learners both academically and practically, helping them develop vital construction skills, confidence, and independence in a safe and structured environment. Key Responsibilities: • Provide direct classroom and workshop support to students on construction courses • Assist students with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to access lessons and complete practical tasks • Support the development of employability, life skills, and social confidence • Implement EHCP targets, support behaviour management plans, and foster emotional regulation • Work alongside tutors, vocational instructors, and therapists to deliver tailored, inclusive support • Contribute to safeguarding, student welfare, and health & safety in workshop settings • Encourage positive engagement, independence, and routine in a vocational learning environment Requirements: • Previous experience supporting SEND learners, preferably in a college, secondary, or vocational setting • An interest or background in construction, trades, or practical learning • Confidence supporting students with autism (ASD), ADHD, SEMH, or learning difficulties • Excellent behaviour management and communication skills • Ability to build rapport with young people and adapt support to individual learning needs • A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) • Reliability, resilience, and a proactive approach to inclusive education What We Offer: • A rewarding opportunity to support young people in gaining real-world vocational skills • Full-time hours with the chance to make a lasting impact • A diverse, supportive college environment where inclusion is a priority • Ongoing training and opportunities for career development • The chance to work as part of a dedicated and collaborative team To apply, send your CV today. Trial days and interviews are being arranged for a September start – early applications are encouraged. INDLON <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Emily Baker on 020 7580 2956 l Ext 1052.<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> Emily Baker&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 l Ext 1052</strong></strong>