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SEN Teaching Assistant
Job Posted: 9 days ago
Salary: £ 90 - 100 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: London
Expire in: 18 days
Job Description
Join a welcoming Dagenham primary school as an SEN Teaching Assistant
Tradewind Recruitment are delighted to be working with a warm and inclusive two-form entry primary school in Dagenham, set within a friendly community and offering excellent facilities for pupils and staff. The school is currently seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs on a full-time basis for the academic year.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team and make a genuine difference in the lives of children with additional needs. The school prides itself on its nurturing ethos, strong teamwork, and commitment to helping every child thrive.
If you have experience supporting children with special needs - particularly Autism (ASD), including non-verbal communication, ADHD, or SEMH - this could be the perfect role for you. Training in PECS is desirable but not essential.
Job Summary
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Dagenham - Accessible by car and local public transport
Pay: £90 per day minimum (PAYE)
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Full academic year
Working Hours: Full-time, term time onlyRequirements for an SEN Teaching Assistant
Experience supporting children with:
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), particularly non-verbal children
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
Desirable: Experience or training in PECS, Makaton, Team Teach
Patience, resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
Ability to work effectively within a team and take direction from class teachers and the SENCOCompliance Criteria
To be considered for this role, you must:
Hold an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply)
Provide a full CV covering employment history with any gaps explained
Proof of right to work
Supply two professional references covering the last two years
Provide proof of address and original documents for identity and safeguarding checksWhy Work with Tradewind Recruitment?
Recognised in the Times Top 100 companies - for four consecutive years
Ongoing support from experienced consultants with strong connections to schools across East London
Access to over 2,500 CPD courses through our partnership with The National College
£100 refer-a-friend bonus
Weekly pay through PAYEInterested in making a difference?
Please contact Zoe Mobbs at Tradewind Recruitment today to arrange an informal chat:
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