SEND Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?Tradewind Recruitment is currently recruiting SEND Teaching Assistants to work across primary schools in Derby, Derbyshire and the surrounding areas.We welcome applications from experienced SEND TAs, Learning Support Assistants, support workers, care workers, youth workers, nursery practitioners and graduates with experience supporting children or young people.The RoleAs a SEND Teaching Assistant, you could be supporting pupils with:Autism and ADHDSEMHCommunication and learning difficultiesBehavioural and emotional needsComplex additional needsYour role may include:Providing 1:1 and small-group support.Supporting pupils to access learning and develop independence.Supporting behaviour and emotional regulation.Delivering targeted interventions.Working alongside teachers and SENCOs.Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils.Providing personal care where required.What We Offer£95 to £125 per day, depending on experience.Weekly PAYE pay.Flexible day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities.Full-time and part-time positions.Schools across Derby and Derbyshire.Free access to 2,500+ CPD-accredited courses through The National College.Dedicated support from a local education consultant.Opportunities to progress into long-term and permanent roles.What We're Looking ForWe're looking for candidates who are:Passionate about supporting children with SEND.Patient, caring and resilient.Experienced working with children or young people.Confident building positive relationships.Adaptable and able to work as part of a team.Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or are willing to obtain one.Experience within a school is desirable but not essential - relevant experience in care, youth work, support work or similar settings is also welcomed.Apply TodayIf you're looking for flexible SEND work across Derby and Derbyshire, we'd love to hear from you.Apply with your CV or contact Ben Moses:Tradewind Recruitment can help you find the right opportunity to develop your career while making a genuine difference to children with SEND.