Teaching Assistant – PMLD (Reception Class) Greenford, Ealing Start Date: ASAP May 2026 Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term Working Hours: Monday to Friday | 8:45am – 3:45pm Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) About the Role Axcis Education is working in partnership with a highly supportive Primary Special Needs School in Greenford, Ealing, to recruit a compassionate and experienced Teaching Assistant for a full-time, long-term position starting in January 2026. This role is based within a Reception class supporting pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD). Pupils have a range of complex medical, physical, and learning needs, requiring a high level of care, attention, and tailored support throughout the school day. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about early years SEND and committed to providing both educational and personal care support in a nurturing, structured environment. Key Responsibilities -Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with PMLD and complex needs -Deliver high-quality personal care, including toileting, hygiene, and physical support -Support pupils with feeding, including PEG feeding (where trained) -Assist with sensory-based learning activities appropriate to early years development -Use communication methods such as PECS, Makaton, and sensory cues -Support the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and care plans -Work closely with teachers, therapists, and medical staff to ensure holistic support -Monitor and record pupil progress, wellbeing, and daily care needs -Promote a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment Requirements -Previous experience supporting children with PMLD, complex needs, or in an EYFS SEND setting -Experience or willingness to support personal care and feeding routines -Experience with PEG feeding (or willingness to be trained) is highly desirable -Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, or alternative communication methods -Calm, patient, and nurturing approach -Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team -Enhanced DBS on the Update Service -Ability to commit to full-time hours from May 2026 Why Join This School? -Warm, welcoming, and highly supportive staff team -Excellent SEND facilities, including sensory rooms and specialist equipment -Opportunities for ongoing training, including PEG feeding and medical care -Easily accessible location in Greenford, Ealing<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>