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SEN Teaching Assistant - Barking & Dagenham

Tradewind Recruitment

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GBP 60,000 - 80,000

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Job summary

A leading company in educational support is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant in Barking & Dagenham. Your role will focus on providing tailored assistance to students with Special Educational Needs, offering a flexible work schedule in a dynamic environment. Benefits include competitive pay, professional development opportunities, and extensive support from experienced consultants.

Benefits

Market-leading rates of pay
Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses
One-to-one support from educational consultants
Referral bonuses
Long-standing partnerships with schools

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in school setting with Special Educational Needs.
  • Ability to build positive relationships.
  • Understanding of child development and IEP/EHCP targets.

Responsibilities

  • Support students 1:1 with autism.
  • Assist in phonics and SATS intervention.
  • Help develop and implement learning strategies.

Skills

Confidence supporting pupils 1:1
Strong behaviour management
Communication skills
Patience
Empathy

Education

Experience with Special Educational Needs

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Barking & Dagenham
Role: SEN Teaching Assistant - 1:1 Autism Support
Start Date: June 2025
Contract: supply (part-time/ full time options)
Salary: 90 - 100 per day (depending on experience)

Year groups: nursery to year 6

Tradewind are looking for supply teaching assistants to support local Barking & Dagenham schools with daily and long-term supply, within a range of primary ages.

Benefits of supply teaching assistant work:

  • Flexibility: Choose when and where you work - ideal for work-life balance or fitting around other commitments.
  • Variety: Work in different schools, settings, and year groups, keeping things fresh and engaging.
  • Experience Building: Gain broad classroom experience across various teaching styles, curriculums, and student needs.
  • Skill Development: Sharpen your adaptability, communication, and classroom management skills in diverse environments.
  • Foot in the Door: Great opportunity to network and access long-term or permanent roles in schools you enjoy.
  • Competitive Pay: Good daily rates, with pay increasing based on experience and location.

The Ideal SEN Teaching Assistant Will Have:

  • Previous experience working with Special Educational Needs in a school setting
  • Confidence supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups (phonics experience/ SATS intervention experience desirable)
  • Ability to build positive relationships with children, parents and staff
  • Patience, empathy, and a proactive approach
  • Strong behaviour management and communication skills
  • A good understanding of child development and IEP and EHCP targets

Essential Compliance for Teaching Assistants:

  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Your CV must contain all work since leaving formal education
  • 2 professional references (within the last 2 years)
  • Overseas police check (if applicable)

What Tradewind Recruitment Offers You:

  • Market-leading rates of pay through PAYE
  • Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses through the National College
  • One-to-one support from an experienced educational consultant
  • Referral bonuses - earn 100 for recommending a friend
  • Long-standing partnerships with schools across London and beyond

How to Apply

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