Special Needs Assistants

Tradewind Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking committed SEND Teaching Assistants for primary and secondary schools in West London. These full-time positions offer competitive pay, support from experienced consultants, and opportunities for professional growth. Ideal candidates should have experience with SEND and a passion for inclusive education.

Benefits

Personalised support from experienced consultants

Free access to 2,500+ CPD courses

Long-term roles with potential for progression

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND
• Ability to manage behavior effectively
• Enthusiasm for inclusive education

Responsibilities

• Support children with complex learning and developmental needs
• Work with teaching teams and external specialists
• Provide support 1:1 or in small groups

Skills

Support for SEND pupils

Classroom management

Building rapport

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant - Primary & Secondary Schools in West London
Full-Time | Term-Time Only | £95 per day
Start Date: September 2025 - July 2026

SANZA Teaching Agency is recruiting for committed, experienced SEND Teaching Assistants to work in specialist primary and secondary SEND schools across West London, including the boroughs of Ealing, Hounslow, Harrow, and Hillingdon.

These are full-time roles starting in September 2025 and continuing through the end of the academic year in July 2026 at least.

About the Schools:
You will be joining nurturing, well-resourced special needs schools that support children and young people aged 4-18 with a range of complex learning and developmental needs, including:

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)

Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD)

Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges

Support is provided 1:1 or in small groups, in calm, structured environments with excellent staff training and team collaboration.

Full-time hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:45pm

Term-time only (Sept 2025 - July 2026)

Daily rate: £95 - 110 per day(depending on experience) paid weekly

Opportunities in both primary and secondary special needs schools

Long-term assignments with potential to go permanent

We're looking for individuals who:

Have experience supporting pupils with SEND or a strong passion for inclusive education

Are confident building rapport with pupils and managing behaviour calmly and effectively

Work well with teaching teams and external specialists

Are reliable, enthusiastic, and proactive in the classroom

Why work with SANZA?

Personalised support from experienced consultants

Long-term roles with potential for progression

Paid directly via PAYE - no umbrella companies

Free access to 2,500+ CPD courses through our partnership with The National College

Interested in making a difference in SEND education?
To apply or learn more, contact Stuart at SANZA Teaching Agency:
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]

SANZA Teaching Agency are part of the Abaco Group and sister company to Tradewind Recruitment.

£29000 - £32000 per annum + + uncapped commission from day one

£36413 - £48532 per annum + Depending on experience

The next step is to send us your details. If you’re suitable, a consultant will be assigned to help you and will be in touch as soon as possible.

The next step is to send us your details. If you’re suitable, a consultant will be assigned to help you and will be in touch as soon as possible.