Unqualified SEND Teaching Assistant, ASD

Sutton, South London | Full-Time | Term Time Only | Quick Start | Temp to Perm Pay: From £14.25 per hour

Axcis Education is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming and well-resourced primary SEND school in Sutton.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain valuable experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, speech and language needs, and additional learning needs.

Whether you have experience in care, childcare, youth work, sports coaching, healthcare, support work, or customer service, this role offers the chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of young learners while developing your skills within education.

Key Responsibilities

• Support primary-aged pupils with SEND in the classroom and throughout the school day.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to help children access learning and achieve their individual targets.
• Encourage communication, social skills, emotional wellbeing, and independence.
• Assist with sensory, creative, and practical learning activities.
• Support positive behaviour and pupil engagement.
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.

What We're Looking For

• A caring, patient, and positive attitude.
• A genuine interest in supporting children with special educational needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to remain calm, adaptable, and resilient.
• Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals is desirable but not essential.
• No formal Teaching Assistant qualifications required.

Why Join Axcis Education?

• Competitive pay with weekly PAYE payments
• Free SEND and CPD training courses
• Dedicated support from a specialist education consultant
• Generous refer-a-friend scheme

Early applications are highly encouraged!

Axcis Education is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

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).

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.

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.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Contact: Charlotte Carberry

Telephone: l Ext: 1046

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