A specialist SEND school in SW17 is looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant / Farm Assistant to join their team, with an immediate start available from Friday 5th June. This is a full‑time role, Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4pm. This is a unique and rewarding role combining support for young people with hands‑on farm work. The successful candidate must be comfortable working outdoors, getting involved in all aspects of animal care, and supporting a practical learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting with the daily care and welfare of farm animals
- Mucking out and cleaning animal enclosures
- Heavy lifting and manual handling duties
- Working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Supporting students with practical farm‑based activities
- Helping to maintain a safe and organised farm environment
Animals on Site
- Sheep
- Goats
- Ponies
- Small animals
- Reptiles
Ideal Candidate
- Be comfortable with all aspects of farm work
- Have experience working with animals or within a farm, stable, smallholding, or agricultural setting
- Be physically fit and able to undertake manual duties
- Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Be happy to wear practical clothing and get hands‑on in a farm environment
- Have a positive, flexible and proactive attitude
- Experience working with young people or within an educational setting is desirable but not essential
What’s on Offer
- Immediate start
- Supportive and friendly team environment
- Opportunity to work in a unique educational setting
- Valuable experience within a specialist SEND school
- Competitive daily rate
Equal Opportunity & Safeguarding
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.
Contact: Tessa Ejehu
Telephone: 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1044
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