SEN Teaching Assistant — Nurture & Enable Every Learner

Tradewind Recruitment; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Access to CPD courses

Dedicated consultant

Long-term and permanent opportunities

Agency support from a leading UK HE/ED

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment in Felixstowe is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs in a welcoming primary school from September 2026. The role focuses on helping diverse learners develop independence, communication and social skills within an inclusive classroom.

You will work closely with teachers and the SENCO to deliver targeted support, helping pupils access lessons and participate confidently in activities.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND (preferred).
• Excellent communication skills with pupils, parents and staff.
• Patient, compassionate and resilient to support learning.
• Willingness to obtain an Enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one and small group support.
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO.
• Encouraging pupil independence and confidence.
• Supporting communication, emotional regulation and engagement.
• Helping to create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Resilience

Team collaboration

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment in Felixstowe is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs in a welcoming primary school from September 2026. The role focuses on helping diverse learners develop independence, communication and social skills within an inclusive classroom.

You will work closely with teachers and the SENCO to deliver targeted support, helping pupils access lessons and participate confidently in activities.