Position: SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Staines, Middlesex Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 08:00?–?15:30 Salary: Paid to scale (National PAYE rates) Role Overview We are seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support the inclusive learning environment of our primary school. Working closely with the class teacher and SENCo, you will help deliver tailored educational experiences for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring their academic, social and emotional development. Key Responsibilities • Provide one-to-one and small-group support to SEND pupils, reinforcing lesson objectives and adapting resources as required. • Implement individual education plans (IEPs) and monitor progress, recording observations for review meetings. • Assist the teacher in preparing differentiated materials and creating a safe, stimulating classroom atmosphere. • Promote independence and positive behaviour through consistent reinforcement of agreed strategies. • Collaborate with parents, external therapists and the SENCo to coordinate support services. • Participate in staff meetings, training sessions and safeguarding duties as mandated. Essential Requirements • Level 2/3 Diploma or equivalent in Special Educational Needs, or relevant experience. • Experience working with children who have a range of SEND profiles (e.g., ASD, ADHD, dyslexia). • Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build rapport with pupils, families and colleagues. • Commitment to safeguarding, child protection and inclusive practice. • DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain). Desirable • First Aid certification. • Knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and current intervention strategies. What We Offer • Competitive salary on the national pay scale. • Continuous professional development and training opportunities. • Supportive, collaborative school culture. <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>