SEND Teaching Assistant (Primary) – 1:1 Support (ASD) Start: ASAP Location: Haringey N17 Contract: Full-time, term time only We are looking for a caring, proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to work on a 1:1 basis with a child in our primary school who has a diagnosis of ASD. This is an ASAP start and will be a full-time role. Key Responsibilities • Provide 1:1 support to the pupil throughout the school day (in class and during transitions) • Use PECS and other visual supports to facilitate communication and understanding • Support the development of early language and communication, encouraging the use of words where appropriate • Plan and engage in creative activities (e.g. drawing and painting) that help access learning and regulate • Promote positive behaviour, using clear boundaries, and support • Work closely with the class teacher, SENCo and external professionals to follow and contribute to the pupil’s individual support plan • Record observations and progress and share feedback with staff and parents/carers as needed We are looking for someone who: • Has experience working with children with ASD (school, nursery, care or similar setting) • Is confident using or willing to learn PECS and other communication systems • Is patient, calm and consistent, with a genuine passion for supporting children with SEN • Can follow behaviour and support plans, and think on their feet when things change • Is creative, positive and able to build a warm, trusting relationship with the pupil<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Molly Farrelly on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1049.<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> Molly Farrelly&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1049</strong></strong>