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SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Barking & Dagenham Role: SEN Teaching Assistant - 1:1 Autism SupportStart Date: June 2025Contract: supply (part-time/ full time options) Salary: £90 - £100 per day (depending on experience)
Year groups: nursery to year 6
Tradewind are looking for supply teaching assistants to support local Barking & Dagenham schools with daily and long-term supply, within a range of primary ages.
Benefits of supply teaching assistant work:
- Flexibility: Choose when and where you work - ideal for work-life balance or fitting around other commitments.
- Variety: Work in different schools, settings, and year groups, keeping things fresh and engaging.
- Experience Building: Gain broad classroom experience across various teaching styles, curriculums, and student needs.
- Skill Development: Sharpen your adaptability, communication, and classroom management skills in diverse environments.
- Foot in the Door: Great opportunity to network and access long-term or permanent roles in schools you enjoy.
- Competitive Pay: Good daily rates, with pay increasing based on experience and location.
The Ideal SEN Teaching Assistant Will Have:
- Previous experience working with Special Educational Needs in a school setting
- Confidence supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups (phonics experience/ SATS intervention experience desirable)
- Ability to build positive relationships with children, parents and staff
- Patience, empathy, and a proactive approach
- Strong behaviour management and communication skills
- A good understanding of child development and IEP and EHCP targets
Essential Compliance for Teaching Assistants:
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)
- Right to work in the UK
- Your CV must contain all work since leaving formal education
- 2 professional references (within the last 2 years)
- Overseas police check (if applicable)
What Tradewind Recruitment Offers You:
- Market-leading rates of pay through PAYE
- Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses through the National College
- One-to-one support from an experienced educational consultant
- Referral bonuses - earn £100 for recommending a friend
- Long-standing partnerships with schools across London and beyond
How to Apply
Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join a fantastic school and shape young minds.Send your CV today to or call Zoe on (Option 2) for an informal chat.
