SEND Teaching Assistant – Speech & language focus (primary)

Location: Hackney, East London
Salary: £89 per day upwards
Start date: ASAP
Job type: Full-time, long-term

Description:
Axcis are working with a primary school in Hackney that is seeking a SEND teaching assistant with a focus on speech, language and communication needs, including autism.

You will support pupils through targeted interventions, small-group work and in-class support. The school works closely with speech and language therapists and has a strong inclusive ethos.

Key responsibilities:
• Supporting pupils with communication needs
• Delivering targeted interventions
• Supporting autism and send needs
• Working with teachers and therapists
• Monitoring pupil progress

Ideal candidate:
• Experience supporting speech and language needs
• Interest in communication-focused send roles
• Patient and engaging approach
• Full-time availability

Why this school:
• Strong focus on communication development
• Access to external specialists
• Supportive and inclusive environment

Why Axcis:
• SEND recruitment specialists
• Training in communication and autism support
• Consistent local work