Supply SEND Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Special Needs Teaching Assistant
Location: Hillingdon, London
Start Date: September 2025
Pay: £90-£105 PAYE (Experience dependant)

Tradewind Recruitment is currently supporting a vibrant and inclusive primary school in the London Borough of Hillingdon, which is seeking experienced Teaching Assistants to join their team from September. The school has a Specialist Resource Provision (SRP) dedicated to supporting children with Autism (ASD) and they are looking for proactive, enthusiastic and resilient individuals to provide high-quality support on a supply basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for Teaching Assistants with a genuine passion for working with children with special educational needs and a desire to make a meaningful difference in their educational journey.

About the role:

• Supporting pupils within the SRP unit as well as within the mainstream classroom where appropriate
• Assisting with the implementation of EHCPs and behaviour support strategies
• Collaborating with class teachers, SENCOs and external professionals to deliver tailored support
• Encouraging the development of communication, social and emotional skills
• Creating a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience working with children with SEND, particularly autism
• A calm, patient and flexible approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive and committed attitude with a willingness to adapt
• The ability to manage challenging behaviours with sensitivity and confidence

Why Register with Tradewind?

• All staff are paid PAYE - no umbrella deductions
• Access to The National College - offering a wide range of accredited CPD
• A team of consultants who are fully safeguarding trained and SEND specialists
• Honest, friendly, and personalised support from start to finish

This is a supply role with the potential for regular work throughout the academic year, making it an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals or those looking to further develop their expertise within a specialist setting.

If you are passionate about supporting pupils with SEND and meet the criteria above, we would love to hear from you.