Location: Islington Contract Type: Full-Time Start Date: December 2024 We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team. This full-time role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with diverse needs across EYFS and Year 5. Key Responsibilities: EYFS (Mornings): Support two children with Speech and Language Therapy (SaLT) needs. Assist a child who is visually impaired and requires daily medication (training provided). Work with a child with SEMH needs, helping to manage dysregulation effectively. Year 5 (Afternoons): Provide support to a child with High Needs ASC, speech needs, and a mental age of approximately 5, who has experienced significant trauma. Collaborate with teachers and external professionals to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment. What We Are Looking For: Experience working with children with SaLT, SEMH, and ASC needs. Patience, empathy, and the ability to build strong, trusting relationships with children. Confidence in supporting children with medical needs (training will be provided). Flexibility and adaptability to work effectively across different year groups. What We Offer: A supportive and inclusive school environment. Ongoing professional development and training. The chance to make a tangible difference in children’s lives. If you are passionate about supporting children with SEN and want to join a committed and caring team, we’d love to hear from you.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact Jessica Flowerdew on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1061 and click on the apply button.<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;150 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.<br /><br />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 />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> Jessica Flowerdew&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1061</strong></strong>