Job Title: Complex needs Teaching assistant Location: SEN Early Years School Hours: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday Start Date: April 2025 Pay: Competitive (Based on Experience) About: The schools mission is to give every child in Acton the best possible start in life. They provide a variety of services, from pre-pregnancy to 5 years old, including education, childcare, health services, and support groups. The nursery school, specialist units for children with special educational needs (SEN), full-day care, they are proud of their “Outstanding” Ofsted rating and are dedicated to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where children can thrive. Role Overview: The school is looking for a compassionate and dedicated full-time SEN teaching assistant.This position involves working with children aged 2 to 5 years old who have a range of SEN needs, including complex needs and ASD. You will work closely with a speech and language therapist and a team of 2 or 3 support staff per child, providing personalised care and educational support. The successful candidate will assist with both educational and personal care needs, ensuring that each child has the support they need to thrive. You will be part of a dynamic, collaborative team within a supportive and well-resourced environment. Key Responsibilities: -Provide one-on-one and group support to children with complex needs and ASD. -Assist with personal care tasks as needed, including toileting and feeding. -Work alongside the speech and language therapist to support communication development. -Collaborate with 2 or 3 other support staff per child to deliver personalised care and education plans. -Help implement individual learning targets and provide emotional and behavioural support. -Monitor and record the children’s progress and report any concerns to the senior team. -Ensure the safety and well-being of the children at all times. Requirements: -Experience working with children with special educational needs, including complex needs and ASD. -Strong communication skills, patience, and a caring approach to working with young children. -Ability to work effectively within a team and follow guidance from senior staff. -Experience with personal care tasks (toileting, feeding, etc.). -A passion for providing the best possible care and support for children in their early years. -Relevant qualifications in childcare, education, or SEN support are desirable but not essential. -A DBS check on the update service is required. Join Us? -Be part of a highly respected Children’s Centre rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted. -Work in a friendly, collaborative environment with excellent facilities. -Competitive pay and opportunities for career development. -Make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with complex needs and ASD. -Join a supportive team, working alongside a speech and language therapist and other experienced staff. -Great on-site facilities and a warm, inclusive atmosphere. 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>