SEND Teaching Assistant – Autism & SEMH Support – Primary School – Barking & Dagenham From £100 per day | Full-Time | Long-Term | September Start Axcis are working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Barking & Dagenham who are seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis from September. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs and learning difficulties. The school is looking for a calm, reliable and proactive Teaching Assistant who can help pupils feel safe, understood and ready to engage with learning. The school has a strong focus on inclusion, positive relationships and consistent routines. Staff work closely together to ensure pupils with additional needs receive the right support throughout the school day, whether that is in the classroom, during small-group interventions or through individual 1:1 support. The school is based in Barking & Dagenham and is accessible by local bus and train routes, with links from Barking, Dagenham, Ilford, Romford and surrounding East London areas. About the Role As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils across the primary phase who may need additional help with learning, communication, emotional regulation, confidence and social interaction. You will: • Support pupils with SEND within mainstream classroom settings • Work 1:1 and in small groups with children who have autism, ADHD, SEMH or communication needs • Use visual supports, structured routines and positive reinforcement strategies • Help pupils with transitions, attention, emotional regulation and classroom expectations • Support speech and language development through clear communication and modelling • Assist the class teacher with adapted resources and differentiated activities • Encourage independence, confidence and positive social interaction • Work closely with the SENCO and teaching team to follow individual support plans and EHCP targets What We’re Looking For • Previous experience supporting children with SEND or additional needs • Experience with autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs or challenging behaviour would be highly desirable • A calm, patient and nurturing approach • Strong communication and teamwork skills • Confidence building positive relationships with pupils quickly • Good classroom awareness and willingness to use initiative • Reliability, consistency and a genuine passion for inclusive education • Full-time availability and commitment to a long-term role from September This is a rewarding opportunity for a SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a long-term role in a supportive Barking & Dagenham primary school. If you are caring, resilient and passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning, apply today to be considered. INDLON<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Max Anastasiou on 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1069.<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> Max Anastasiou&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1069</strong></strong>