SEN Teaching Assistant- Secondary Schools

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

SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary Schools- Lincoln

Tradewind Recruitment is a leading education recruitment agency dedicated to supporting our educators every step of the way! We're looking for passionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to work across a range of Secondary schools in Lincolnshire on a daily supply and long-term basis. We work with fantastic schools local to you and are continuously recruiting for Teaching Assistants and graduates who have a genuine interest in supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Whether you're seeking a full or part-time role, we have opportunities to suit you. These roles are particularly well suited to individuals who are passionate about making a difference to young people's lives, helping students overcome barriers to learning and ensuring every pupil has the opportunity to reach their full potential. You may be supporting students with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), learning difficulties and communication needs. You do not need to be a qualified teacher or have previous school-based experience, making this an excellent opportunity for graduates and experienced professionals from other backgrounds who are keen to develop a career in education.

Why work with Tradewind Recruitment?

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who understands your career goals. Virtual registration for a streamlined and efficient process. Free access to 2,500 CPD courses and resources via The National College, including training relevant to SEN. Online timesheets for easy and quick submission. Top rates of pay, PAYE (no Umbrella companies). Opportunity to gain experience across a range of secondary schools local to you. Flexible work to suit your schedule, with daily supply and long-term options.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• 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.

To join us and be successful as an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will need:

• 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.
• We regularly speak to candidates with backgrounds in education, childcare, youth work, care, psychology, sports coaching, mentoring, tutoring and other people-focused professions who make excellent SEN Teaching Assistants.
• 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.