Location: Hillingdon (Near Hillingdon Station) Start Date: 1st September 2026 Trial Days: Available from July 2026 Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term (Full Academic Year Commitment Required) Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience About the School Axcis Education is working in partnership with a welcoming and well-regarded mainstream primary school located near Hillingdon Station to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a full-time role starting in September 2026. The school is known for its inclusive ethos, strong leadership team, and commitment to ensuring every child receives the support they need to thrive. With excellent facilities and a nurturing environment, staff are well supported to make a meaningful impact on pupils’ learning and development. Trial days are available from July 2026, giving successful candidates the opportunity to secure their role ahead of the new academic year. The Role This rewarding position involves providing dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 1 pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) within a mainstream classroom setting. You will play a key role in supporting the pupil’s academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development, helping them to engage positively in school life and make consistent progress. The school is looking for someone who can build strong, positive relationships while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries. You must be calm, resilient, patient, and confident in managing behaviour using a firm but fair approach tailored to the child’s needs. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a lasting difference in a child’s early education, with potential for a permanent role for the right candidate. Key Responsibilities Provide consistent and structured 1:1 support for a Year 1 pupil with Autism. Support access to learning and participation in all classroom activities. Implement tailored learning, communication, and behaviour strategies. Promote positive behaviour through clear expectations and consistent routines. Support social, emotional, and academic development. Encourage independence, confidence, and positive peer interactions. Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider school team. Build strong, professional relationships with parents and carers. Monitor progress and feedback to relevant staff. The Ideal Candidate Will Have Experience supporting children with Autism (ASD) in a mainstream primary setting. Experience with ADHD and additional behavioural needs (desirable). Strong behaviour management skills and confidence in setting boundaries. Experience supporting SEMH needs (highly desirable). A patient, resilient, and proactive approach. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs. Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one). Full-time availability from September 2026. Availability to attend trial days from July 2026. Why Join This School? Friendly, inclusive, and highly supportive school environment. Strong leadership team and positive staff culture. Well-resourced classrooms and excellent facilities. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact through 1:1 support. Potential for a permanent contract following a successful placement. Excellent location near Hillingdon Station with strong transport links. Trial opportunities available from July 2026. Full-time, long-term role starting September 2026 for the full academic year. <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>