Graduate-Friendly SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary

Tradewind Recruitment; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to support students with SEN in Lincolnshire secondary schools on a daily supply and long-term basis. You do not need to be a qualified teacher, making this an excellent opportunity for graduates or professionals from other backgrounds keen to pursue education.

Enhanced DBS Disclosure or willingness to obtain one, UK right to work, and CPD resources are available.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs.
• Patience, empathy and a positive, adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Confidence in supporting students with challenging behaviour and emotional needs.
• Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) - or willingness to obtain one.
• Professional reference checks.
• CV covering the last 10 years of employment history where possible.
• Legal right to work in the UK.
• Experience supporting individuals with Autism, ADHD, SEMH or other additional needs would be advantageous, but a positive attitude, willingness to learn and a genuine passion for helping young people are just as important.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to secondary-aged students with additional learning needs.
• Support students to access the curriculum and engage with classroom activities.
• Work closely with teachers and the wider SEN team to support individual learning needs and strategies.
• Help students develop confidence, independence and positive relationships.
• Provide emotional, social and pastoral support, helping students manage challenges and build resilience.
• Support students with communication, interaction and social skills.
• Encourage positive behaviour and use appropriate behaviour management strategies.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Adapt your approach to meet the individual needs of each student.
• Identify and communicate any concerns or progress to teaching staff.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Relationship-building

Adaptability

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to support students with SEN in Lincolnshire secondary schools on a daily supply and long-term basis. You do not need to be a qualified teacher, making this an excellent opportunity for graduates or professionals from other backgrounds keen to pursue education.

Enhanced DBS Disclosure or willingness to obtain one, UK right to work, and CPD resources are available.