SEN Teaching Assistant - Sutton

SEND Teaching Assistants

Supporting children in mainstream primary schools in Sutton!

Are you passionate about making a genuine difference in a child's life every single day?

Tradewind have a growing demand of opportunities for Teaching Assistants to be appointed for contracts supporting SEN pupils in a mainstream primary setting.

We have both part and full time opportunities across the borough of Sutton!

This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who thrive on building positive relationships, supporting children with additional needs to reach their full potential, and becoming a valued part of a school community. Whether you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or looking to take the next step into education, we have a range of flexible opportunities available to suit you.

The Role:

Provide 1:1 tailored support for your assigned pupil

Be confident to support SEND, including ASD, ADHD, Emotional Dysregulation

Support learning, emotional regulation, and social development

Work alongside class teachers and SENCOs to implement EHCP target and support plan

Adapt learning resources to meet individual needs of the child

Promote a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
The Ideal Candidate:

At least 6 months experience supporting children with additional needs

Ideally hold minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or 3 desirable)

Has previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, ideally within SEND or inclusion

Confident supporting pupils with additional needs in a mainstream primary setting

Patient, empathetic, and committed to pupil progress and well-being

Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)

Available Monday to Friday
Pay: £93 per day for candidates with a minimum of 3 months experience supporting children or young people in an educational, care or SEND setting. £100 per day for candidates who hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and have over 12 months previous experience supporting pupils with SEND including ASc, ADHD, SEMH or SLD or experience with personal care.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?
Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, partnering with a wide network of schools across London. You will benefit from:

Competitive daily rates, paid weekly via PAYE - No Umbrella Companies deducting from your earnings!

The exposure and opportunity to work across different primary schools

Access to 2,500+ CPD-accredited courses via our partnership with The National College - (url removed)

Online diary to manage your availability
Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated consultant with 7+ years experience

Direct communication - option to liaise with your consultant via SMS/Whats App (optional)

Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions from initial contract work

If you're passionate about SEND and ready to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now with your updated CV to be considered
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed