SEN Teaching Assistants

Tradewind Recruitment; Thanet District; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant for SEN schools in Thanet and surrounding areas. Role is full-time, 8.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday, with travel to Canterbury as required. Pay rate £93 per day.

You will support students with EHCPs, help manage behaviour, build positive relationships and collaborate with teachers and parents to deliver personalised learning programmes in inclusive classrooms.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and adaptable individual with genuine interest in supporting young people.
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
• Patience and empathy, able to remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to students with EHCPs.
• Build positive relationships to encourage engagement and growth.
• Support students in managing behaviour and understanding its impact.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other agencies for inclusive learning.
• Facilitate highly personalised programmes addressing individual needs.

Skills

Compassionate

Adaptable

Communication skills

Team-oriented

Patience & empathy

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Full time roles

SEN SCHOOLS in Thanet and surrounding areas

Must be able to work 8.30am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday

Location: Thanet and surrounding areas - must be happy travelling to Canterbury for work

Pay Rate: £93 per day Our client schools cater for children with a variety of needs, including complex sensory needs, medical needs and moderate learning difficulties including behavioural needs. Children's ages include both primary and secondary ages.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide tailored support to students with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Build positive relationships with students to encourage engagement and personal growth.
• Support students in managing their behaviour and understanding its impact.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other agencies to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Facilitate the delivery of highly personalised programmes to address individual needs.

What We're Looking For:

• A compassionate and adaptable individual with a genuine interest in supporting young people.
• Previous experience in education, care, or working with students with additional needs
• Must be happy providing personal care
• Full right to work in the UK and hold an enhanced child only DBS on the update service or be willing to get a new one. A new one costs £62 and we will pay you back the fee once you have completed 20 days of work for us
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Someone who can be a great role model for children, a great personality in the classroom