SEN Teaching Assistant – KS2 (SRP Setting) Location: Near West Drayton Station Start Date: September 2026 Trial Days: Available ASAP Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term (Full Academic Year) Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience) About the School Axcis Education is proud to be working with a welcoming and well-resourced primary school near West Drayton Station to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a full-time, long-term position starting in September 2026. The school is recognised for its inclusive ethos, supportive leadership team, and commitment to ensuring every child receives the individual support they need to achieve their full potential. Staff work collaboratively to create a nurturing and structured learning environment where pupils are encouraged to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. The school is currently arranging trial days and is looking to secure the right candidate ahead of the September start. The Role This is a full-time, long-term opportunity within the school's Special Resourced Provision (SRP), supporting a small class of up to 10 Key Stage 2 pupils with additional needs. You will play a key role in providing consistent, structured support to help pupils access learning, build confidence, and develop positive social and emotional skills within a safe and supportive environment. The primary areas of need include: Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Behavioural needs Some pupils may experience emotional dysregulation, including verbal outbursts or the use of inappropriate language. The successful candidate will demonstrate patience, resilience, and confidence in using positive behaviour support strategies to help pupils regulate and succeed. Key Responsibilities Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support for KS2 pupils with SEMH, ASD, and behavioural needs. Implement positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies. Encourage engagement through consistent routines and positive reinforcement. Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and achieving individual learning targets. Work closely with the class teacher, SENDCo, and wider SEND team. Help maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment. Promote pupils' academic, social, emotional, and personal development. Monitor and record pupil progress, engagement, and wellbeing. Requirements The ideal candidate will have: Experience supporting KS2 pupils with ASD, SEMH, or challenging behaviour. Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills. A calm, proactive, resilient, and adaptable approach. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs. Team Teach training (highly desirable). An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one). Full-time availability from September 2026. Availability to attend trial days as soon as possible. Why Join This School? Supportive and inclusive primary school with a dedicated SRP provision. Small class sizes with excellent staff-to-pupil ratios. Collaborative leadership team and experienced SEND staff. Opportunity to make a genuine difference in pupils' lives. Ongoing training and professional development opportunities. Full-time, long-term position for the full academic year. Convenient location near West Drayton Station with excellent transport links. Immediate trial days available to secure your September 2026 role earl<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>