Tradewind Recruitment
SEN Teaching Assistant
SEN Teaching Assistant at Tradewind Recruitment, based in Wirral, North West England, paying £93 - £103 per day. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £93 - £103 per day
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Wirral, North West England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Teaching Assistant
- DBS check
5% below the typical rate for teaching assistant
Reference 57410195
About the role
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Wirral, Merseyside
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Are you passionate about supporting students with Special Educational Needs? Do you have experience helping young people overcome barriers to learning and develop their confidence and independence? Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to support secondary schools across the Wirral.
About the Role:We are seeking experienced and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to provide targeted support to students with a range of additional needs. You'll work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to provide 1:1 and small-group support, helping students access the curriculum and thrive within the school environment.
Key Responsibilities:* Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEND
* Support students to access the curriculum and participate in lessons
* Assist students with communication, emotional regulation, and social development
* Implement individual support strategies and learning interventions
* Support students with EHCPs and individual learning plans
* Promote independence, confidence, and positive learning behaviours
* Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff
* Monitor and communicate student progress and wellbeing
* Experience supporting children or young people with SEND
* A genuine passion for supporting students with additional needs
* Strong communication, patience, and empathy
* A calm and consistent approach to behaviour and learning support
* Ability to build positive relationships with students
* A proactive and adaptable approach
* A valid enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply for one)
* Previous experience working within a secondary school
* Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification
* Experience supporting students with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, or communication needs
* Knowledge of EHCPs and SEND support strategies
To express interest or request further information, please click 'apply now' or send your CV and a brief cover letter to
Reference: 57410195 · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 12 Nov 2026 · Listed via Tradewind Recruitment
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