Location: Hillingdon (between Northolt and Southall) Start Date: September 2026 Trial Days: Available ASAP Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term (Potential for a Permanent Position) Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:15am – 4:15pm Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience) About the School Axcis Education is delighted to be working with an Ofsted Outstanding special primary school in Hillingdon, renowned for its nurturing ethos, exceptional leadership, and outstanding provision for pupils with additional needs. The school caters for approximately 100 pupils, all of whom have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Pupils have a range of additional needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and ADHD. Staff work collaboratively to provide a structured, engaging, and supportive learning environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. The school is currently arranging trial days and is looking to appoint a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026. The Role This is a full-time, long-term opportunity supporting pupils with a range of additional needs across the school. You will provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils engage with learning, develop positive relationships, and build confidence both inside and outside the classroom. The successful candidate will be patient, resilient, and confident in using positive behaviour management strategies to support pupils with complex needs. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH, ASD, and ADHD. Create a calm, safe, and engaging learning environment. Implement positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies. Support pupils' emotional wellbeing, independence, and academic progress. Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and the wider multidisciplinary team. Encourage participation in learning through consistent routines and positive reinforcement. Monitor and record pupil progress where appropriate. The Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will have: Experience supporting children with SEMH, ASD, and/or ADHD. Confidence managing behaviours that challenge using positive behaviour support strategies. Team Teach (or similar behaviour management training) is highly desirable. An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one). A proactive, reliable, and compassionate approach. A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with SEND. What the School Offers An Ofsted Outstanding specialist primary school with a highly supportive leadership team. Full-time, long-term role starting in September 2026. Opportunity to secure a permanent position. Excellent specialist resources and facilities tailored to pupils' individual needs. A welcoming and collaborative staff team with ongoing training and professional development. The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of children with additional needs. Trial days available ASAP to secure your September role early.<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>