Teacher, Teacher Assistant​/ Paraprofessional

SEND Teacher – Autism & Complex Needs – Secondary Provision – Tower Hamlets £180–£260 per day | QTS Required | Full-Time | Long-Term | Immediate / Flexible Start.

Axcis are proud to be working with a specialist SEND provision in Tower Hamlets who are seeking an experienced and passionate SEND Teacher to support pupils with autism and complex learning needs. This is a well‑resourced, structured setting with small class sizes and a strong team of experienced Teaching Assistants. The school is looking for a teacher who understands that progress for SEND pupils looks different — and who can deliver practical, differentiated and communication‑rich lessons that genuinely engage learners.

The provision is easily accessible via DLR and Underground routes and benefits from strong leadership and a collaborative SEND team.

You will be teaching a small class of pupils with autism and additional needs, supported by multiple TAs. Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering highly differentiated lessons
• Embedding communication strategies into daily teaching
• Supporting pupils with sensory regulation and structured routines
• Leading and directing support staff within the classroom
• Contributing to EHCP targets and progress reviews
• Creating a calm, safe and engaging learning environment

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
• Experience teaching pupils with autism or complex SEND
• Strong behaviour management and classroom structure
• Understanding of sensory needs and communication approaches
• Confident leading a team of Teaching Assistants
• Commitment to full‑time, long‑term work

This is an excellent opportunity for a SEND specialist looking for stability within a well‑supported Tower Hamlets provision.

Contact Max Anastasiou on  | Ext: 1069.

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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.

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.

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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Max Anastasiou
Telephone:  | Ext: 1069