EYFS / KS1 SEND Teaching Assistant – Primary – Barking & Dagenham £100–£115 per day | Full-Time | Long-Term | Start After October Half Term Axcis Education is recruiting an experienced EYFS / KS1 SEND Teaching Assistant to work within a primary school in Barking & Dagenham, supporting younger pupils with additional learning, communication and developmental needs. This is a full-time, long-term role for someone who understands the importance of early intervention, structured routines and relationship-building when supporting children in the early stages of school. We are particularly interested in candidates with a CACHE Level 2 or Level 3 qualification, or those coming from a strong nursery, EYFS or primary SEND background. About the Role Supporting pupils across EYFS and KS1 Working with children with Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs and developmental delay Providing 1:1 and small-group support Helping pupils with phonics, early literacy, numeracy and classroom activities Supporting communication, attention and emotional regulation Using visual timetables, Now & Next boards and structured routines Supporting children through transitions and changes in activity Following individual EHCP targets and support strategies Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider SEND team Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, communication and independence About You We would particularly like to hear from candidates who: Have previous experience within a nursery, EYFS, primary or SEND setting Have supported children with Autism, speech and language or additional learning needs Hold a CACHE Level 2 or Level 3 qualification – highly desirable Have previous school-based SEND experience – strongly preferred Are confident supporting 1:1 and small-group learning Are patient, nurturing and able to adapt to individual children Understand the importance of play, routine and early development Can commit to a full-time, long-term role The School & Location The role is based within a primary school in Barking & Dagenham, with good transport links from Barking, Dagenham, Chadwell Heath, Ilford and Romford. This would be a strong opportunity for someone with an Early Years or nursery background who wants to build a long-term career within school-based SEND support. Apply Today If you have experience supporting younger children with SEND and are looking for a long-term role after half term, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV and Axcis Education will be in touch to discuss suitable opportunities across Barking & Dagenham.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Max Anastasiou on 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1069.<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> Max Anastasiou&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1069</strong></strong>