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PMLD Teaching Assistant

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Description

Location: Greenford, Ealing
Start Date: September 2026
Trial Days: Available Immediately
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term (Full Academic Year)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 3:45pm
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the School

Axcis Education is proud to be working in partnership with an Outstanding SEND Primary School in Greenford, Ealing, to recruit enthusiastic and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants for full-time, long-term positions starting in September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded specialist setting with an Outstanding Ofsted rating, exceptional SEND facilities, and a strong reputation for delivering high-quality education and support for children with additional needs.

The school provides a warm, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every pupil is encouraged to achieve their full potential. With small class sizes, specialist resources, and a highly experienced multidisciplinary team, staff work collaboratively to deliver engaging, structured learning that promotes independence, communication, confidence, and lifelong learning.

The school is currently arranging trial days and is keen to appoint the right candidates ahead of the September 2026 start.

The Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with a range of additional needs, including:

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Complex learning difficulties
Communication needs
Sensory processing differences

This is a rewarding, hands-on role where you will play a key part in helping children access learning, develop essential life skills, and achieve their individual education goals. You'll work closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to provide consistent, personalised support that enables every pupil to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with autism and complex SEND needs.
Support pupils in small classes of up to 10 children.
Create a positive, engaging, and structured learning environment.
Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and achieving individual learning targets.
Use communication strategies such as PECS and Makaton to promote engagement and learning.
Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Provide personal care where required.
Encourage pupils' communication, social, emotional, and independence skills.
Support positive behaviour using consistent strategies and routines.
Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and senior leaders.
Monitor, record, and report on pupil progress, engagement, and achievements.
Contribute to the school's inclusive, supportive, and child-centred culture.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

Previous experience supporting children with autism and a range of SEND needs.
A good understanding of complex learning needs and positive behaviour support.
Experience using PECS and knowledge of Makaton.
Confidence in providing personal care when required.
A proactive, patient, adaptable, and hands-on approach.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
The ability to learn quickly and respond positively to training and feedback.
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
Full-time availability from September 2026.
Availability to attend trial days immediately or at a mutually convenient time before the September start.

Why Join This School?

Join an Outstanding SEND Primary School with an Outstanding Ofsted rating.
Access excellent specialist facilities and high-quality SEND resources.
Work alongside an experienced, supportive, and collaborative leadership team.
Benefit from small class sizes and excellent staff-to-pupil ratios.
Be part of a welcoming, inclusive, and nurturing school community.
Receive ongoing training, professional development, and career progression opportunities.
Secure a full-time, long-term role for the entire academic year.
Enjoy a convenient Greenford location with excellent transport links.
Attend a trial day in September 2026 start and secure your position early.