SEND TA

Tradewind Recruitment; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant for a supportive secondary school starting April 22, 2025. The role involves working with students with special educational needs including autism and ADHD. Candidates must have experience in educational settings and a strong understanding of SEND. The position offers competitive daily pay and support from experienced consultants.

Benefits

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Access to over 50 certified CPD courses

Fair and transparent rates of pay

Qualifications

• Experience working in schools or educational settings is essential.
• Sound understanding of supporting pupils with SEND.
• Willingness to apply for a valid Enhanced DBS certificate.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with identified SEND in mainstream and small-group settings.
• Assist in the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs).
• Encourage pupil independence in learning activities.
• Support the class teacher in managing behavior.
• Monitor and report pupil progress.

Skills

Experience in schools or educational settings

Understanding of SEND (Autism, ADHD, communication difficulties)

Calm and patient approach

Ability to encourage pupil independence

Education

Relevant TA qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Tameside

Start Date: 22nd April 2025

Location: Tameside, Greater Manchester

Salary: £85 - £95 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Contract Type: Full-time, long-term role

Agency: Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment is delighted to be working with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Tameside, who are seeking a dedicated and experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join their support team from Tuesday 22nd April 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students with special educational needs, in a school that is committed to inclusive practice and high-quality learning for all.

About the Role:

The successful candidate will support pupils with a variety of SEND, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), speech and language difficulties, and moderate learning needs. The role will involve both in-class support and targeted 1:1 interventions, working under the guidance of the SENCO and class teachers to implement support plans and ensure students make positive progress both socially and academically.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support to students with identified SEND in mainstream lessons and small-group settings
• Assist in the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs) and education, health and care plans (EHCPs)
• Encourage pupil independence and engagement in learning activities
• Support the class teacher in managing behaviour and creating an inclusive classroom environment
• Monitor and report on pupil progress to the SENCO and teaching staff

Essential Requirements:

• Experience working in schools or educational settings is essential - applicants without relevant experience will not be considered
• A sound understanding of supporting pupils with SEND, including autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach to working with young people
• A relevant TA qualification is desirable but not essential if equivalent experience is held
• A valid Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one
• Availability to start from 22nd April 2025, full-time

Why work with Tradewind Recruitment?

• Market-leading education agency with over two decades of expertise
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Free access to over 50 certified CPD courses to enhance your skills
• Fair and transparent rates of pay, paid weekly

If you're a passionate and experienced education professional looking to make a difference in a supportive secondary school, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply:

Please send your CV to Eli Tolson at to be considered for this rewarding opportunity