Position: SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Richmond, London Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00?am – 3:30?pm (Full-time) Salary: Paid to scale (according to the National Scale for Teaching Assistants) Role Overview We are seeking a dedicated SEND (Special Educational Needs & Disabilities) Teaching Assistant to support learners in a vibrant, inclusive primary/secondary setting in Richmond. Working closely with class teachers and specialist staff, you will help create a safe, stimulating environment that promotes academic progress and personal development for pupils with diverse needs. Key Responsibilities • Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students with SEND, reinforcing lesson content and facilitating participation. • Implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and behaviour management strategies under teacher guidance. • Prepare and adapt teaching resources, ensuring accessibility and relevance. • Monitor and record pupil progress, communicating observations to teachers and parents. • Assist with classroom organisation, transitions, and daily routines. • Contribute to a positive, inclusive culture by promoting respect, independence, and confidence among all learners. Essential Requirements • GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics (grade C/4 or above). • Experience working with children with SEND, preferably in a school setting. • Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and the ability to build rapport with pupils, staff, and families. • Good organisational abilities and the capacity to follow clear instructions. • Commitment to safeguarding and adherence to school policies. Desirable • Relevant Level 2/3 qualifications (e.g., CACHE, PTLS). • Knowledge of SEND legislation and best practices. INDLON<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>