SEN Teaching Assistant – Social Communication & Autism – Primary – Havering From £89/day | Primary | Havering | Immediate Start | Full-Time | Long-Term Axcis are working with a warm, community-focused primary school in Havering who are seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with autism and social communication needs. The school has a Good Ofsted rating, a caring leadership team and a strong reputation for inclusion. With parking on site and easy access to Overground and bus routes, it’s well connected for staff travelling from across East London and Essex. In this role, you will be: • Supporting children with autism and social communication challenges in class and small-group settings. • Using visual timetables, social stories and structured routines to aid understanding and reduce anxiety. • Encouraging turn-taking, play and interaction during group work and social time. • Liaising with teachers, the SENCO and speech therapists to deliver individual strategies and record progress. What we’re looking for: • Previous experience supporting pupils with autism or social communication difficulties. • Calm, patient and confident in using communication-focused approaches. • Familiarity with PECS, Makaton or similar visual supports is desirable. • A team player who’s flexible, proactive and child-centred. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a nurturing, inclusive primary school where every child is encouraged to thrive. If you’re passionate about supporting communication and building confidence in young learners, apply today to be considered for this rewarding role.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Max Anastasiou on 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1069.<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> Max Anastasiou&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1069</strong></strong>