SEND Teaching Assistant – Special School – Tower Hamlets £105–£120 per day | Full-Time | Long-Term | ASAP Start Axcis Education is recruiting an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist school in Tower Hamlets, supporting pupils with Autism, complex needs and significant communication difficulties. This is a full-time, long-term role for someone who is comfortable working in a highly individualised SEND environment. Pupils may be non-verbal or minimally verbal, require sensory support and benefit from structured routines, visual communication and consistent adult support throughout the school day. We are particularly interested in candidates who already have experience within a special school, ARP, specialist provision or high-needs SEND setting and understand that progress may be measured through communication, regulation, engagement and independence as much as traditional academic outcomes. About the Role Supporting pupils with Autism, complex needs and communication difficulties Working with pupils who may be non-verbal or minimally verbal Providing 1:1 and small-group support Supporting highly differentiated and sensory-based learning Using strategies such as PECS, visual timetables, core boards and Now & Next Helping pupils manage transitions, routines and emotional regulation Supporting individual EHCP and developmental targets Encouraging communication, engagement and independence Working closely with teachers, therapists and other SEND professionals Supporting practical and functional learning activities Assisting with personal care where required About You We would particularly like to hear from candidates who: Have previous experience as a SEND TA, LSA or specialist support worker Have worked with pupils with Autism and complex needs Have previous special-school or high-needs SEND experience – strongly preferred Are confident supporting non-verbal or minimally verbal pupils Understand sensory needs and the importance of predictable routines Have experience using PECS, Makaton, visuals or other communication strategies – desirable Can remain calm and consistent when pupils become dysregulated Are comfortable working as part of a wider multidisciplinary team Are willing to support personal care where required Can commit to a full-time, long-term position A CACHE Level 2 or Level 3 qualification would be an advantage, although strong practical SEND experience is equally valuable. The School & Location The role is based within a specialist SEND school in Tower Hamlets, with good transport links from Stepney, Mile End, Whitechapel, Bow, Poplar and surrounding East London areas. This would be a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys working within specialist education and values the smaller but highly meaningful milestones that pupils can make over time. Apply Today If you have strong experience supporting Autism, complex needs or non-verbal pupils and are looking for your next long-term SEND role in Tower Hamlets, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV and Axcis Education will be in touch to discuss the opportunity.<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>