SEN Teaching Assistant – Term-Time & CPD

Tradewind Recruitment; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily PAYE rate

Term-time only: work-life balance

CPD opportunities in SEND

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is recruiting passionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join inclusive primary and specialist SEN schools in NG17. Start September 2026. Term-time only (39 weeks), Monday-Friday, about 8:30-15:30, £95-£110 per day PAYE.

You'll support pupils with ASC, ADHD, SEMH, and SLCN, working with teachers and SENCOs to deliver tailored interventions and help pupils thrive academically and emotionally.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND (ASC, ADHD, SEMH, SLCN).
• Level 2/3 TA qualification or equivalent.
• Empathy, patience and a proactive approach to inclusive education.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Adapt learning materials and activities to meet individual needs.
• Support emotional regulation, sensory needs, and communication development.
• Implement strategies such as PECS, Zones of Regulation, and social stories.
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to SEN reviews and EHCP planning.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, families, and staff.

Skills

SEND experience

Empathy & patience

Proactive inclusive approach

Communication with teachers

Education

Level 2/3 TA qualification

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is recruiting passionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join inclusive primary and specialist SEN schools in NG17. Start September 2026. Term-time only (39 weeks), Monday-Friday, about 8:30-15:30, £95-£110 per day PAYE.

You'll support pupils with ASC, ADHD, SEMH, and SLCN, working with teachers and SENCOs to deliver tailored interventions and help pupils thrive academically and emotionally.