Teaching Assistant – SEND Department (Mainstream College) Location: Merton, Southwest London Start Date: September 2025 (New Academic Year) Contract: Long-term (until July 2026, initially) Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs? We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join the SEND department of a well-established mainstream college in Merton starting in September 2025. About the Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will: – Support learners aged 16–18 with a range of special educational needs – Assist students with academic work, daily routines, and during break times – Accompany students on short walks or local outings when required – Work collaboratively with teaching staff to create a positive and inclusive learning environment Working Hours Choose the schedule that suits you best: – 4 days per week: Tuesday to Friday – Or 2 days per week: Tuesday & Thursday – Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM Who We’re Looking For – Experience supporting young people with SEND, preferably in a school or college setting – Patient, empathetic, and flexible in approach – Confident providing one-to-one and small group support – A team player with a proactive mindset This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact while gaining valuable experience in a supportive and inclusive educational setting. Ready to make a difference from September 2025? Apply now to join our team.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Molly Chodel on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1027.<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> Molly Chodel&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1027</strong></strong>