Location: Near Solihull Pay Rate: £92.63 per day Start Date: September Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday (8:30am – 4:00pm) Axcis Education is working with a specialist SEND school near Solihull to recruit a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to support a well-established primary-age class of pupils with a range of complex medical and communication needs. This rewarding role involves supporting children who are predominantly pre-verbal and use a variety of alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) methods, including communication aids, visual supports, and symbols. Many pupils are also sensory seekers and benefit from structured sensory activities and personalised support strategies throughout the school day. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with experience in SEND, specialist education, care, healthcare support, autism support, or communication-focused roles. The Role • Supporting primary-aged pupils with complex SEND and medical needs. • Assisting children who are pre-verbal and use communication aids to express their needs and participate in learning. • Encouraging communication, engagement, and independence through tailored support. • Supporting pupils with sensory processing differences and sensory-seeking behaviours. • Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils to promote confidence and wellbeing. • Assisting with learning activities, personal development, and daily classroom routines. • Working closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to deliver individualised support plans. • Creating a calm, structured, and inclusive learning environment. Requirements • Previous experience working with children or young people. • Experience supporting individuals with SEND, autism, complex needs, communication difficulties, or medical needs is desirable. • A patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach. • Good communication and teamwork skills. • An understanding of alternative communication methods would be beneficial. • Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one. • Availability to work 8:30am – 4:00pm, Monday to Friday. Why Axcis Education? Axcis Education is the UK's leading specialist SEND recruitment agency, connecting education professionals with rewarding opportunities in specialist and mainstream settings. We provide: • Competitive rates of pay. • Free online training, including Safeguarding Level 2. • Ongoing professional development opportunities. • Dedicated support from a local consultant. • Access to long-term and career-building SEND opportunities. • Whether you're looking to develop your experience supporting pupils with complex needs, communication difficulties, or sensory needs, Axcis Education can help you take the next step in your SEND career. Apply today to be considered for this rewarding September opportunity. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jake Warner on 0121 827 2030 l Ext: 6373.<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> Jake Warner&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0121 827 2030 l Ext: 6373</strong></strong>