SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary (Sept Start)

Tradewind Recruitment; Borehamwood; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking Teaching Assistants for a primary SEN role in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire. Two positions available for full-time, long-term placements starting September 2026, paid daily £93-£113, with weekly pay.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help pupils access the curriculum, and work closely with teachers and SEN staff in an inclusion-focused school with around 180 pupils.

Qualifications

• Patient, nurturing and resilient.
• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
• Confident supporting pupils with autism, communication needs and/or SEMH.
• Able to build positive relationships with children while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries.
• Adaptable across different primary age groups.
• Calm and confident when managing challenging behaviour or emotional needs.
• Reliable and committed to a full-time, long-term position.
• Previous experience in a primary school or SEN setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required.
• Helping pupils access the curriculum through differentiated and engaging activities.
• Developing positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Working closely with class teachers, SEN staff and the wider school team.
• Supporting pupils to become more confident, independent and successful learners.

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking Teaching Assistants for a primary SEN role in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire. Two positions available for full-time, long-term placements starting September 2026, paid daily £93-£113, with weekly pay.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help pupils access the curriculum, and work closely with teachers and SEN staff in an inclusion-focused school with around 180 pupils.