SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary School, Uxbridge (Hillingdon) ASAP Start

Are you a compassionate individual with a strong interest in supporting young people with special educational needs (SEN)?

Do you want to make a meaningful difference in a diverse and inclusive secondary school in Hillingdon ?

Tradewind Recruitment is working in partnership with a supportive and forward-thinking secondary school in Uxbridge ( Hillingdon) , seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team ASAP. This full-time, long-term role is ideal for a graduate or experienced teaching assistant who is passionate about inclusion and wants to help students with additional needs thrive both academically and emotionally.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and learning delays.

• Support students in accessing the curriculum across a variety of subjects such as English, Maths, and Science.

• Work collaboratively with the SENCO, class teachers, and external specialists to implement personalised education plans (IEPs).

• Assist with behaviour support, emotional regulation, and building students' confidence and independence.

• Adapt learning materials and teaching strategies to meet individual needs.

• Monitor student progress and contribute to regular SEN reviews and team meetings.

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN is highly desirable.

• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting diverse learners.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Good organisational skills and a flexible, proactive mindset.

• A solid understanding of safeguarding and inclusion in education.

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above).

• A full-time, long-term role starting ASAP.

• A rewarding opportunity to work in a well-resourced, inclusive secondary school in Uxbridge, Hillingdon .

• A supportive SEN team and access to ongoing training and development.

• Competitive daily rate, based on qualifications and experience.

• Convenient transport links across West London.

If you're a graduate or experienced TA with a passion for SEN and a desire to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you!

To apply, please submit your CV via the Apply button, or contact Elizabeth on (phone number removed) (option 3) or email (url removed) .

Tradewind Recruitment offers a variety of roles in schools across London - if this one isn't the perfect fit, we'd be happy to help you find one that is.