Job Title: 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Mainstream Primary School in Greenford, Ealing Start Date: ASAP Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday | 08:30am – 3:30pm Group Teaching Assistant A welcoming and supportive mainstream primary school in Greenford, Ealing is seeking a dedicated, energetic, and passionate Teaching Assistant to provide group support for child with with ASD. There will be groups up to 5 children in a class. This is a rewarding full-time opportunity for someone with experience supporting children with Autism, particularly pupils who require alternative communication methods and consistent behavioural support. The role would suit someone passionate about supporting children with SEND and looking to build a long-term career within education. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping the child access learning, regulate emotions, and develop communication and social skills within a nurturing and inclusive school environment. You will support engaging teaching and learning for SEND pupils in small groups of up to 4–5 children. You will be provided with lesson plans and work closely alongside class teachers and additional Teaching Assistants who will support during lessons where required. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring teachers or education professionals, as the school offers ongoing training opportunities such as Team Teach and hands-on experience delivering lessons and interventions to small SEND groups within a mainstream primary setting. The Role You will support the pupil throughout the school day, helping them remain engaged and focused during learning activities. The child is based in a dedicated classroom and has access to on-site sensory rooms to support their individual needs. Key Responsibilities -Provide dedicated 1:1 support tailored to the child’s individual needs -Support a non-verbal pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) -Use PECS, Makaton, and other communication strategies to support learning and interaction -Sensory and visual education -Encourage engagement in learning activities and classroom routines -Support SEND pupils within small group interventions and learning activities -Deliver pre-planned lessons and activities to small groups of up to 4–5 pupils -Manage and respond appropriately to challenging behaviour -Build positive, trusting, and consistent relationships with pupils -Create a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment -Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, Teaching Assistants, and therapists where required Requirements -Previous experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) -Experience working with non-verbal pupils and alternative communication methods -Knowledge or experience using PECS and Makaton – essential -Ability to manage challenging behaviour effectively and calmly -Strong communication and relationship-building skills -Passionate about supporting children with SEND and building a career within education -Patient, energetic, and empathetic approach -Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) -Availability to start ASAP Why Apply? -Supportive and welcoming mainstream primary school environment -Dedicated SEN facilities including sensory rooms -Ongoing training opportunities including Team Teach -Opportunity to gain experience delivering lessons and interventions to small SEND groups -Easily accessible Greenford location with excellent transport links -Opportunity to make a genuine impact in a child’s educational journey -Collaborative and experienced staff team committed to inclusive education<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>