SEND Unit Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant to join a mainstream primary school in Hyde, working within their dedicated SEND unit.

This is a full-time, long-term position supporting pupils with complex SEND needs, including challenging behaviour. The successful candidate will have experience working with children on a 1:1 basis and be confident providing tailored support to meet individual needs.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND in a school setting.
• 1:1 support with complex needs.
• Calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Team Teach desirable.
• Teaching Assistant qualification advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support in SEND unit.
• Support pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviour.
• Help develop social, emotional and communication skills.
• Collaborate with teachers and SEND team.
• Support emotional regulation throughout the day.

Skills

1:1 support experience

SEND experience

Behaviour support

Calm and patient demeanor

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Teaching Assistant - SEND UnitLocation: Hyde, TamesideContract: Full-time, Long-termStart Date: ASAPSalary: Competitive, dependent on experienceTradewind Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant to join a mainstream primary school in Hyde, working within their dedicated SEND unit.

This is a full-time, long-term position supporting pupils with complex SEND needs, including challenging behaviour. The successful candidate will have experience working with children on a 1:1 basis and be confident providing tailored support to meet individual needs.

The Role:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils within the school's SEND unit.
• Supporting children with complex SEND needs, including challenging behaviour.
• Helping pupils to engage with learning and develop their social, emotional and communication skills.
• Working closely with the class teacher, SEND team and other professionals to provide consistent support.
• Supporting pupils with their emotional regulation and behaviour throughout the school day.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND, ideally within a specialist setting or SEND unit.
• Experience working with children on a 1:1 basis.
• Confident and experienced in supporting challenging behaviour.
• Calm, patient and consistent in their approach.
• Team Teach qualification is highly desirable, although not essential.
• A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification would be advantageous.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant to join a supportive mainstream primary school and make a real difference to pupils with additional needs.