Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Wandsworth, London Hours: Monday-Friday, Full-time, 8:00 am - 3:30 pm Pay: Competitive, paid to scale We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team in Wandsworth, London. The ideal candidate will possess a strong desire to make a positive impact on the lives of young learners with varied and complex needs. Key Responsibilities: - Provide tailored support to students with SEND, ensuring they can access the curriculum and make effective progress. - Work under the direction of the class teacher to create a safe, nurturing learning environment. - Assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs). - Facilitate small group and one-to-one sessions to reinforce learning objectives. - Monitor and evaluate students' progress and provide feedback to teachers and parents. - Support students in developing social skills and promoting independence. - Assist with the management of classroom behavior and maintaining a calm atmosphere. Requirements: - Experience working with SEND children, preferably in an educational setting. - NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification specific to education is desirable. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with staff, parents, and external professionals. - A patient, empathetic approach and a commitment to inclusive education. - Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one.<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>