Position:?SEND Teaching Assistant Location:?The Priory School, Twickenham, G. London Hours:?Monday?–?Friday,?8:00?am?–?3:30?pm (Full-time) Salary:?Paid to scale (see school’s pay scale policy) About the Role Our school is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support learners with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) across key stage 3–5. Working closely with class teachers and the SEND coordinator, you will create a supportive, inclusive learning environment that enables every student to thrive. Key Responsibilities • Provide one-to-one and small-group assistance in classroom activities, ensuring access to the curriculum. • Implement individualized support plans, including behaviour strategies, sensory adaptations, and assistive technology. • Support the development of independent living, communication, and social skills. • Monitor progress, record observations, and report concerns to the SENCO. • Assist in preparing classroom resources, adapting materials, and setting up assistive devices. • Foster positive relationships with students, parents, and the multidisciplinary team. • Attend and contribute to team meetings, training sessions, and school events. Essential Requirements • Experience supporting children with SEND (preferably in a mainstream setting). • Relevant qualification (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3 Certificate in Supporting Children with SEN, or equivalent). • Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and commitment to inclusion. • Ability to follow safeguarding and data protection policies. • Basic ICT competence; familiarity with assistive technologies is an advantage. What We Offer • Structured professional development and training. • Supportive, collaborative team environment. • Pension, holiday and statutory benefits. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jake White on 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1068.<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> Jake White&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1068</strong></strong>