Job Title: Down Syndrome Teaching Assistant Location: Wandsworth, London Contract: Full Time, Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm Start Date: Monday 29th September 2025 Salary: Competitive, based on experience About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support a child with Down syndrome in a mainstream or specialist educational setting in Wandsworth, London. This is a full-time position, ideal for someone who is passionate about inclusive education and making a genuine difference in the life of a young learner. You will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals to provide tailored support, helping to create an engaging, safe, and positive learning environment. Key Responsibilities: • Provide one-to-one support for a child with Down syndrome, both in and out of the classroom • Support learning activities, speech and language development, and social integration • Assist with personal care, if required, in a respectful and supportive manner • Implement individual learning and behaviour plans under the guidance of the SENCO and teaching staff • Foster a nurturing environment that promotes confidence and independence • Liaise with parents, carers, and other professionals to ensure consistent support Requirements: • Experience working with children with special educational needs, particularly Down syndrome • A calm, patient, and empathetic approach • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to work as part of a collaborative team • Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, NVQ, or equivalent) desirable but not essential • Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one) What We Offer: • A supportive and inclusive school community • Ongoing training and professional development • The opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day • Competitive salary based on experience 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>