SEN TA PR5

Tradewind Recruitment; Walton-le-Dale; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in the PR5 area, supporting children aged 5-7 within a specialist SEN class.

You will work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to provide tailored support, helping pupils access learning and develop confidence, independence and social skills. This role is full-time, Monday to Friday, starting September.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEN/additional needs.
• Experience supporting children aged 5–7.
• Strong behaviour management skills are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils to access learning.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and social skills.

Skills

SEN experience

Behaviour management

5-7 age group

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - PR5

Tradewind Recruitment are currently looking for a dedicated and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in the PR5 area, supporting children aged 5-7 within a specialist SEN class.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a caring, patient and resilient Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them thrive within a mainstream school environment.

The Role

• Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
• Location: PR5
• School: Mainstream primary school
• Age Group: 5-7 years
• Setting: SEN class within a mainstream school
• Start Date: September
• Hours: Full-time, Monday - Friday

You will work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to provide tailored support to pupils, helping them access learning and develop their confidence, independence and social skills.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience working with children with SEN/additional needs
• Has experience supporting children aged 5-7
• Has strong behaviour management skills - highly desirable
• Is patient, calm, consistent and nurturing
• Can build positive relationships with children and staff
• Is confident supporting pupils with a range of needs and abilities
• Can remain resilient and composed when faced with challenging behaviour
• Has a genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning

Why This Role?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive mainstream primary school and become part of a dedicated team supporting children within an SEN provision.

The role would suit someone with previous SEN experience who is confident managing behaviour and enjoys creating a structured, positive and engaging learning environment.

Why Work with Tradewind?

As a Tradewind Teaching Assistant, you will benefit from dedicated support from your consultant, competitive rates of pay and access to a wide range of education opportunities.