Location: Mainstream Primary School, Greenford, Ealing Hours: Monday–Friday | 8:30am – 3:30pm Start Date: September 2026 (Trial days available before the end of the current academic year, with the potential to start sooner) Contract: Full-time | Long-term SEND Teaching Assistant – September Start A welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school in Greenford is looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to support small groups of pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive school with excellent SEN facilities, where you'll work with groups of up to five pupils in a nurturing learning environment. Successful candidates will be invited to attend trial days before the end of the current academic year, with the possibility of an earlier start for the right person. If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and are looking to build a long-term career in education, this could be the ideal role for you. The Role As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will: Support small groups of pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Help pupils access learning while developing their communication, social, and emotional skills. Deliver engaging, pre-planned lessons and interventions to groups of up to 4–5 pupils. Use alternative communication methods to support pupils with varying communication needs. Work closely with class teachers, SEN staff, therapists, and other Teaching Assistants to ensure pupils receive high-quality support. Encourage independence while creating a calm, structured, and positive learning environment. Pupils are based within a dedicated classroom and benefit from access to specialist SEN facilities, including sensory rooms designed to meet their individual needs. Key Responsibilities Provide tailored support for pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Support non-verbal pupils using alternative communication methods. Use PECS, Makaton, and other communication strategies to promote learning and interaction. Deliver sensory-based and visual learning activities. Encourage engagement in classroom routines and learning activities. Support pupils during small-group interventions throughout the school day. Deliver pre-planned lessons and activities to groups of up to five pupils. Respond calmly and effectively to challenging behaviour. Build positive, consistent relationships with pupils to support their progress. Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN professionals, therapists, and support staff. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who: Has previous experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Has experience working with non-verbal pupils. Has practical knowledge of PECS and Makaton (essential). Is confident managing challenging behaviour in a calm and positive manner. Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Is patient, energetic, empathetic, and passionate about supporting children with SEND. Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or is willing to apply for one. Is available to attend trial days before September and begin the role in September 2026. Why Join This School? Join a welcoming and highly supportive mainstream primary school. Access excellent SEN facilities, including dedicated sensory rooms. Receive ongoing professional development, including Team Teach training. Gain valuable experience delivering lessons and interventions to small SEND groups. Work alongside an experienced and collaborative SEN team. Convenient Greenford location with excellent transport links. Make a meaningful difference to the lives and educational journeys of children with additional needs.<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. 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> Meryl McArthur&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1064</strong></strong>