SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Warwickshire / Rugby
Recruitment Agency: Tradewind Recruitment
School Trust: Unity Multi-Academy Trust (Unity MAT)
Contract: Full-time / Part-time opportunities
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Make a difference every day as a SEND Teaching Assistant!

Tradewind Recruitment is working in partnership with Unity Multi-Academy Trust (Unity MAT) to recruit a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school team in Warwickshire.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children and young people with additional needs to develop their confidence, independence and learning skills.

The Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other professionals to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities. You will help create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment where every pupil is encouraged to reach their full potential.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Supporting pupils with their learning, communication, social development and emotional wellbeing.
• Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons.
• Promoting positive behaviour, independence and inclusion.
• Adapting activities and resources to meet individual learning needs.
• Supporting pupils with personal care where required and appropriate.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Following safeguarding procedures and the school's policies at all times.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for supporting children and young people with SEND.
• Is patient, empathetic, adaptable and enthusiastic.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can work effectively as part of a team and use their own initiative.
• Is committed to promoting inclusion and helping every pupil succeed.
• Has previous experience working with children or young people with SEND (desirable, but not essential if training and support are available).

Why Work Through Tradewind Recruitment?

• Access to opportunities within a supportive school environment.
• Guidance and support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.
• Access to relevant professional development and training opportunities.
• Competitive rates of pay, subject to experience and the agreed assignment.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils' lives.

Safeguarding and Compliance

Tradewind Recruitment and Unity MAT are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to complete the appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, in accordance with the role and current safeguarding requirements.

Apply Today!

If you are passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs and want to make a positive difference in education, Tradewind Recruitment would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Tradewind Recruitment to take the next step in your career as a SEND Teaching Assistant in Warwickshire.