Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Autism Support Location: Southall, West London (Excellent Rail Links) Start Date: ASAP, October 2025 Working Hours: Monday to Friday | 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term Day Rate: Competitive (Dependent on Experience) About the Role Axcis Education is delighted to be working in partnership with a vibrant mainstream primary school in Southall, West London, to recruit a committed and nurturing teaching assistant for a full-time, long-term position. You will be working 1:1 with a Key Stage 1 pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The child is bright and inquisitive, thriving with consistency and structure but requiring support with emotional regulation, managing transitions, and elements of personal care. This role offers a unique opportunity to build a strong, trusting relationship, implement proactive strategies, and have a lasting, positive impact on a young learner’s life. This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about inclusive education, comes with experience and initiative, and is eager to support children holistically in a school that values child-centred approaches. Key Responsibilities -Provide consistent 1:1 support for a pupil with ASD, focusing on emotional regulation, engagement, and personal care needs -Follow and adapt an individualised learning plan in collaboration with the class teacher, SENCO, and external specialists -Use visual aids, structured routines, and positive behaviour strategies while introducing proactive approaches to support development -Assist during class lessons, transitions, and unstructured times such as break and lunch -Promote emotional literacy, resilience, and peer interaction where appropriate -Record and monitor progress, contributing to review meetings and parent updates -Maintain a calm and focused learning environment, proactively identifying and managing triggers to minimise disruption -Support independence, wellbeing, and daily routines with empathy and consistency What We’re Looking For -Experience supporting children with ASD or additional needs in a school setting -Ability to come in with strategies and a proactive mindset to support learning and behaviour -Calm, consistent, and patient approach, particularly when managing challenging behaviour -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with staff, parents, and professionals -Familiarity with PECS, now/next boards, sensory breaks, or similar tools is beneficial -A strong commitment to inclusive education, personal care, and breaking down barriers to learning -Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (essential) -Relevant SEN training or qualifications are desirable, but not essential — the school is happy to support training for the right candidate Why Join This School? -Be part of a caring, inclusive, and child-centred environment -Collaborate with experienced SEN specialists, teaching staff, and supportive leadership -Access ongoing training and CPD tailored to SEN support -Located within walking distance of Southall Station, offering excellent transport links -Make a genuine difference in the academic, emotional, and social development of a child <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>