Location: Greenford, Ealing Start Date: November 2026 Trial Days: Available ASAP Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term | Full Academic Year Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 3:45pm Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience About the School Axcis Education is proud to be working in partnership with an Outstanding SEND Primary School in Greenford, Ealing, to recruit enthusiastic and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants for full-time, long-term positions starting in November 2026. The school supports primary-aged children with a range of complex SEND needs, including autism, complex learning difficulties, communication needs and sensory processing differences. Many pupils benefit from a highly personalised and sensory-focused approach to learning, including sensory play, sensory activities and practical, hands-on learning experiences. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded specialist setting with exceptional SEND facilities and a strong reputation for providing high-quality education and support. The school offers a warm, nurturing and inclusive environment, with small class sizes of up to 10 pupils, specialist resources and an experienced multidisciplinary team. Trial days are available ASAP, giving successful candidates the opportunity to visit the school and experience the setting ahead of a November start. The Role As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will provide hands-on support to children with complex needs, including: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Complex and multiple learning needs Communication difficulties Sensory processing differences Social and emotional needs Pupils requiring personal care and support with independence You will help pupils access learning through a combination of structured activities, sensory play and sensory-based learning. This could include supporting pupils with sensory activities, messy play, music, movement and other engaging experiences designed around their individual developmental and learning needs. You will work closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals to provide consistent and personalised support, helping each child develop their communication, independence, confidence, social skills and engagement with learning. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with autism and complex SEND needs. Support pupils within small classes of up to 10 children. Use sensory play and sensory-based activities to encourage engagement, exploration and learning. Support children with complex communication and sensory processing needs. Create a positive, engaging and structured learning environment. Help pupils access the curriculum and achieve their individual learning targets. Use communication strategies such as PECS and Makaton where appropriate. Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs). Provide personal care where required. Encourage communication, social interaction, emotional development and independence. Support positive behaviour through consistent approaches and routines. Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and senior leaders. Monitor and report on pupils' progress, engagement and achievements. Contribute positively to the school's nurturing, inclusive and child-centred environment. About You The ideal candidate will have: Previous experience supporting children with autism, SEND or complex needs. An understanding of sensory needs and the importance of sensory play and sensory-based learning. Experience supporting children with complex learning and communication needs. Knowledge of PECS and/or Makaton would be beneficial. Confidence providing personal care where required. A patient, proactive, adaptable and hands-on approach. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. A genuine passion for helping children with additional needs develop and succeed. A willingness to learn and respond positively to training and feedback. An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one. Full-time availability to start in November 2026. Availability to attend a trial day ASAP. Why Join This School? Join an Outstanding SEND Primary School. Work closely with children with complex SEND and sensory needs. Access excellent specialist facilities and SEND resources. Gain valuable experience delivering sensory play and sensory-based activities. Work alongside an experienced and supportive multidisciplinary team. Benefit from small class sizes and excellent staff-to-pupil ratios. Be part of a welcoming, nurturing and inclusive school community. Receive ongoing training and professional development opportunities. Secure a full-time, long-term role for the academic year. Convenient Greenford location with good transport links. Trial days available ASAP ahead of a November 2026 start. INDLON <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>