SEND Teaching Assistant, Part Time in Brighton

Axcis Education are looking for an enthusiastic, personable teaching assistant to work in a local primary school, supporting a child on a one-to-one basis. The role is part-time and starts immediately, with the view of continuing through the next academic year. The school is located just outside Warwick and will involve supporting a child with autism and pathological demand avoidance (PDA) on a one-to-one basis. The school is passionate about community, promoting and including it across all aspects of school life, and is committed to providing a rich and diverse education where every child can flourish and blossom.

Responsibilities

• Supporting a child on a 1:1 basis
• Supporting a child with autism and PDA
• Tailoring their approach to meet the needs of the child, getting to know their likes, dislikes and needs
• Effectively liaise with staff members to provide all children with support

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• A caring and patient nature, with the ability to foster positive and meaningful relationships with all pupils
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service
• Availability to work 8:30am – 4:00pm

Salary / Pay Rate: £14.25 per hour.

Benefits

Axcis Education is a specialist SEND recruitment agency connecting Teaching Assistants with rewarding roles in primary schools and SEND settings across the UK. We offer free online training, including a Safeguarding Level 2 qualification, to support your professional development. You’ll benefit from flexible work, competitive pay, and ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant. Whether you want to gain primary school experience or build a career in SEND, Axcis Education provides the training, guidance, and long-term opportunities to help you succeed.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and does 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. 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. This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.