Axcis Education is partnering with a wonderful secondary mainstream school in Chingford (E4), dedicated to supporting students with autism and complex needs. The school is looking for a caring and proactive full-time Learning Support Assistant to join their team. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with autism and other complex learning needs, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to provide invaluable support in a nurturing and inclusive environment.
Hours: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Key Responsibilities:
1. Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to students with Autism and complex needs, helping them engage with the curriculum and develop key life skills.
2. Assist the class teacher in delivering lessons and adapting resources to meet the individual needs of students.
3. Support in managing challenging behaviours, using de-escalation techniques and positive behaviour support strategies.
Essential Requirements:
1. Experience working with children or young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) or complex learning needs.
2. A good understanding of autism, sensory processing, and communication strategies such as PECS, Makaton, or visual supports.
3. Patience, empathy, and resilience when supporting students who may display challenging behaviours.
If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Evanthia Fylaktakidou on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1054.
This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.
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. 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).
Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions. 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: Evanthia Fylaktakidou
Telephone: 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1054
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