SEND Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; London Borough of Wandsworth; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to support a KS1 pupil with social, emotional and behavioural needs in a Wandsworth primary school.

The role involves one-to-one support with a KS1 child, helping them access learning, manage emotions, and build positive relationships throughout the day. Immediate start and long-term commitment for five days a week.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND, particularly SEMH needs.
• Calm, patient, empathetic and resilient.
• Understands importance of positive relationships and consistent boundaries.
• Responds sensitively to emotional challenges and challenging behaviour.
• Proactive, adaptable and passionate about helping children succeed.
• Available to work five days per week on a long-term basis.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored one-to-one support to meet the child's individual needs.
• Support emotional regulation and help the child develop positive coping strategies.
• Build a trusting relationship to create a safe and secure learning environment.
• Encourage positive behaviour, social interaction and independence.
• Support the child to engage with classroom activities and the wider school environment.
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team to ensure consistent support.

Skills

SEND experience

EMH awareness

Patience & empathy

Team collaboration

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant - KS1

Wandsworth, South West London

93- 100 per day (depending on experience) Full-time, 5 days per week Long-term opportunity Immediate start

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a caring, patient and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support a KS1 child with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties at a lovely two form entry Primary school in Wandsworth.

As this is an asap start, trials are being held the week commencing 12th October.

This school is a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious school where strong relationships, pastoral care and individual support are central to helping every child reach their full potential. The school is committed to creating a safe, supportive environment in which children can develop confidence, resilience and independence.

SEND Teaching Assistant

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with a KS1 pupil, providing consistent one-to-one support to help them access learning, develop positive relationships and manage their emotions throughout the school day.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing tailored one-to-one support to meet the child's individual needs.
• Supporting emotional regulation and helping the child develop positive coping strategies.
• Building a trusting relationship to create a safe and secure learning environment.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, social interaction and independence.
• Supporting the child to engage with classroom activities and the wider school environment.
• Working collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team to ensure consistent support.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting children with SEND, particularly social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
• Is calm, patient, empathetic and resilient.
• Understands the importance of positive relationships and consistent boundaries.
• Can respond sensitively to emotional challenges and challenging behaviour.
• Is proactive, adaptable and passionate about helping children succeed.
• Is available to work five days per week on a long-term basis.

What's on Offer?

• Daily pay of 93- 100, depending on experience.
• A long‑term opportunity offering consistency for both the child and the successful candidate.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to a young learner's educational and emotional development.
• Support from Tradewind Recruitment throughout your placement.