SEND Teaching Assistant – PMLD (Primary & Secondary) Location: Greenford & Northolt, Ealing Start Date: September 2026 (potential to start earlier) Contract Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm) Pay Rate: Competitive About the Role Axcis are working in partnership with a well-established SEND school in Ealing to recruit a dedicated and experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD). The school operates across two sites: a primary provision in Greenford and a secondary provision in Northolt, supporting pupils aged 4–19 years. Staff may be based at one site or required to work across both locations, depending on the needs of the school. This is a full-time position commencing in September 2026. For the right candidate, there may be an opportunity to attend a paid trial before the summer break, with the potential to secure the role ahead of the September start. Key Responsibilities As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with complex medical, physical, and learning needs within a structured, nurturing, and inclusive environment. Your responsibilities will include: Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with PMLD and complex SEND needs Delivering high-quality personal care, including toileting, hygiene, and physical support Supporting feeding routines, including PEG feeding where required Safely operating hoists and assisting with manual handling in accordance with individual care plans Supporting sensory, therapeutic, and personalised learning activities Using communication approaches such as PECS, Makaton, and other non-verbal communication methods Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, medical professionals, and families Monitoring and recording pupil progress, wellbeing, and care requirements Promoting a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment Requirements The successful candidate will have: Previous experience supporting children or young people with PMLD or complex SEND needs Proven experience with hoisting and manual handling (essential) Experience delivering personal care and supporting feeding routines PEG feeding experience, or a willingness to undertake training (highly desirable) Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, or alternative communication methods A patient, resilient, and compassionate approach to supporting learners An Enhanced Child and Adult DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one The ability to commit to a full-time role from September 2026 Please note: Candidates must have previous practical experience using hoists and supporting pupils with physical care needs. Applications from candidates with PMLD experience and strong manual handling skills are particularly welcomed. 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>