Start Date: ASAP Contract: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm About the School We are a dedicated special school providing day provision for pupils aged 7 to 19 with a wide range of additional needs, including moderate to severe learning difficulties, ASD, and associated speech, language and communication needs. The school is built on strong values and high aspirations for every pupil. We aim to: Support young people with learning difficulties to reach their full potential through a commitment to equal opportunities. Provide opportunities for educational development to the highest possible level, while nurturing each pupil’s individual talents, skills, confidence and self-esteem. Create a respectful and inclusive environment that promotes mutual respect, kindness, tolerance and an understanding of diverse backgrounds and beliefs. Ensure pupils and their families can reflect positively on their time at the school, recognising the progress, confidence and independence they have developed. The Role We are seeking passionate, patient and resilient SEN Teaching Assistants to join the school. You will work alongside teaching staff to support pupils with a range of additional needs across the school. Pupils may have needs including: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Moderate to severe learning difficulties Speech, language and communication needs Complex or additional needs Social, emotional and behavioural needs Communication difficulties, including pupils who may be pre-verbal or non-verbal The role may involve: Providing 1:1, small group and whole-class support Supporting pupils to engage with learning and classroom activities Helping pupils develop their communication, independence and social skills Assisting with personal care where required Supporting pupils who may become dysregulated or display behaviours that challenge Using positive and consistent behaviour support strategies Working closely with class teachers, support staff and the wider multidisciplinary team Helping to create a safe, positive and engaging learning environment Candidate Requirements We are looking for someone who: Has experience working with children or young people with SEN, particularly ASD and complex needs, although this is desirable rather than essential Is calm, patient, resilient and able to build strong, trusting relationships Is comfortable supporting pupils with a range of communication and learning needs Can respond positively and consistently to behaviours that challenge Is flexible and willing to support across different classes or areas of the school where required Is committed to promoting inclusion, independence, respect and equality INDLON<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Molly Farrelly on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1049.<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> Molly Farrelly&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1049</strong></strong>