Nursery Assistant

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a 5-year-old boy with Down Syndrome, Autism, epilepsy, and a history of heart surgery. The child is sensitive to noise and may experience sensory overload, so a calm and understanding approach is essential. The role also includes personal care duties, including nappy changing. Key Responsibilities: Pay: £18-20 per hour (PAYE) Provide 1:1 support from 9:00 to 16:00 Support the child in managing sensory sensitivities and noise levels Assist with personal care, including nappy changing Be aware of and support medical needs, including epilepsy Complete brief observations and written reports after 16:00 (with SENCO support) Essential Requirements: Experience working with children with SEN, particularly Autism and Down Syndrome A patient, calm, and nurturing manner Understanding of sensory processing needs Willingness to carry out personal care duties Strong observation and basic report-writing skills Reliable, flexible, and committed Enhanced DBS check required INDLON

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jessica Ezechi on 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1062.

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This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

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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).

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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.

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