SEND Teaching Assistant – Autism & Complex Needs Location: Greenford, Ealing Start Date: September 2026 Trial Days: Available ASAP Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term (Full Academic Year) Working Hours: Monday to Friday | 8:45am – 3:45pm Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience) About the School Axcis Education is proud to be working with an Outstanding SEND Primary School in Greenford, Ealing, to recruit enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants for full-time, long-term positions starting in September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded school with an Outstanding Ofsted rating, excellent specialist facilities, and a strong reputation for providing exceptional support to children with additional needs. The school offers a welcoming, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to thrive both academically and personally. With small class sizes, specialist resources, and a highly experienced staff team, the school is committed to ensuring that every pupil receives the individual support they need throughout their educational journey. Staff work collaboratively to create engaging, structured, and inspiring learning experiences that help children develop confidence, independence, communication skills, and a love of learning. The school is actively arranging trial days immediately and is keen to secure outstanding candidates ahead of the September start. The Role As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), complex learning difficulties, communication needs, and sensory processing differences. This is a hands-on and rewarding role where you will play a key part in helping children access learning, develop essential life skills, and achieve their individual goals. The successful candidate will be passionate about supporting children with SEND and committed to making a positive impact on their educational journey. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with Autism and complex SEND needs. Support children within small classes of up to 10 pupils. Help create an engaging, structured, and positive learning environment. Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and achieving their individual learning targets. Use PECS, Makaton, and other communication strategies to promote engagement and learning. Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs). Support pupils with personal care where required. Encourage the development of social, emotional, communication, and independence skills. Manage and support behaviour positively and consistently. Work closely with teachers, therapists, and senior leaders to support pupil progress. Monitor and record pupil engagement, achievements, and development. Contribute positively to the school's inclusive and collaborative culture. Requirements The successful candidate will have: Previous experience supporting children with Autism and a range of SEND needs. A strong understanding of complex needs and behaviour support strategies. Experience using PECS and familiarity with Makaton. Confidence in supporting personal care when required. A proactive, hands-on, and adaptable approach. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. A genuine passion for helping children achieve their full potential. The ability to learn quickly and respond positively to training and feedback. An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one). Full-time availability from September 2026. Availability to attend trial days as soon as possible. Why Join This School? Outstanding SEND Primary School with an Outstanding Ofsted rating. Excellent specialist facilities and SEND resources. Supportive and experienced leadership team. Small class sizes and high staff-to-pupil ratios. A nurturing, welcoming, and inclusive school community. Opportunities for ongoing training, development, and career progression. Long-term, full-time opportunity for the full academic year. Easily accessible Greenford location with excellent transport links. Immediate trial days available with the opportunity to secure your September 2026 role early. If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to play an important role in helping pupils succeed throughout their educational journey, we would love to hear from you<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>