Location: West Drayton, Greater London Start Date: September 2025 Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Working Hours: Monday to Friday | 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM About the Role Axcis Education is delighted to partner with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in West Drayton. The school is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment where every child is celebrated and supported to achieve their full potential. Axcis are currently seeking a compassionate, experienced, and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to join a Specialist Communication Class. In this role, you will support a small group of pupils with Autism, ADHD, and other complex learning profiles. Working closely with a class teacher and two other teaching assistants, you will provide structured, communication-rich support to help pupils regulate, engage, and progress. Key Responsibilities -Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND. -Assist pupils in maintaining focus, regulation, and emotional safety throughout the day. -Support academic and social development within a communication-friendly environment. -Offer personal care support when required (e.g., toileting). -Promote positive behaviour and emotional well-being. -Serve as a consistent, compassionate adult presence for pupils. What Axcis are Looking For: -Experience supporting children with Autism, Down Syndrome, or complex learning needs. -Confidence in managing challenging behaviour using calm, positive strategies. -Willingness to support personal care as part of the role. -A valid Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one). -A proactive, patient, and empathetic approach to learning support. Why Join This School? -Be part of a warm, close-knit team with a strong sense of community. -Engage in a school culture that values inclusion, kindness, and teamwork. -Opportunity to make a genuine difference in pupils’ lives every day. -Collaborate with families to support individual learning journeys. -Conveniently located in West Drayton, with excellent transport links. Interested? -If you are looking for a full-time, long-term role starting in September and have the relevant experience, we would love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Axcis Education for more information. INDLON<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Meryl McArthur on 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1064.<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> Meryl McArthur&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1064</strong></strong>