SEN Teaching Assistants

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment in Kingston upon Thames is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND in secondary schools. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help students access the curriculum, and work closely with teachers and SEN leads.

Candidates should be patient, resilient, and skilled communicators who can adapt to individual needs and contribute to an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN/SEND.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a secondary school team.
• Adaptable and confident in responding to individual student needs.
• Passionate about helping young people achieve their full potential.
• Experience in school desirable; relevant experience in youth work, care settings, mentoring, coaching, or mental health services welcome.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for students with additional needs.
• Support students with needs including Autism (ASD), ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and moderate learning difficulties.
• Help students access the secondary curriculum and engage positively in lessons.
• Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and other support staff.
• Support students' communication, confidence, independence, and emotional wellbeing.
• Assist with classroom activities, lesson preparation, and learning resources.
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote an inclusive learning environment.
• Support students during lessons, interventions, breaktimes, and educational activities where required.

Skills

SEN experience

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptable

Youth work experience

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Kingston upon Thames

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting young people with special educational needs?

Would you like to earn £95-£110 per day to help guid, nurture and support students?

Tradewind Recruitment is looking for enthusiastic, compassionate, and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to work in welcoming and inclusive secondary schools across Kingston upon Thames.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with experience supporting children or young people with SEND who are looking to further develop their skills within a supportive secondary school environment.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for students with additional needs
• Support students with needs including Autism (ASD), ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and moderate learning difficulties
• Help students access the secondary curriculum and engage positively in lessons
• Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and other support staff
• Support students' communication, confidence, independence, and emotional wellbeing
• Assist with classroom activities, lesson preparation, and learning resources
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote an inclusive learning environment
• Support students during lessons, interventions, breaktimes, and educational activities where required

About You

We would particularly like to hear from candidates who:

• Have previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN/SENDAre patient, resilient, and able to build positive relationships with students
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Can work effectively as part of a secondary school team
• Are adaptable and confident in responding to individual student needs
• Are passionate about helping young people achieve their full potential
• Previous experience in a school setting is desirable; however, we also welcome applications from candidates with relevant experience in youth work, care settings, support work, mentoring, coaching, or mental health services

Flexible Working

Tradewind Recruitment welcomes applications from candidates seeking full-time, part-time, long-term, or flexible working opportunities.

All employees have the legal right to request flexible working from the first day of employment. Flexible working requests will be considered in line with the requirements of the role and the operational needs of the school.

We are committed to discussing flexible working options openly and fairly with candidates throughout the recruitment process.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds.

Selection decisions are based solely on the skills, experience, qualifications, and suitability required for the role.

We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout our recruitment practices.

Safeguarding

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, right-to-work checks, and any other safeguarding requirements relevant to the position.