SEN Teaching Assistant - St Helens - Immediate Start

Are you a caring and motivated individual looking to make a positive impact on the lives of children with special educational needs (SEN)? Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for an immediate start at an inclusive and supportive SEN School in St Helens!

About the Role:

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: St Helens
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time, long-term with potential for permanent placement
Pay: Competitive salary, based on experience and qualificationsYour Responsibilities:

Provide one-on-one or group support to pupils with a range of SEN, including autism, learning difficulties, and behavioural challenges
Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored lesson plans and activities
Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment
Support students' emotional and social development, promoting confidence and independenceWhat We're Looking For:

Experience working with children with SEN is preferred but not essential - a positive attitude and willingness to learn are key
Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to supporting children's needs
A commitment to helping young people achieve their full potentialWhy Work with Tradewind?

Competitive pay and ongoing career development
Dedicated support from experienced education consultants
Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
Immediate start in a welcoming school environmentTo be considered for this position you will:
- have previous school experience and be familiar with the SIMS system
- Be a committed professional
- Be an organised, enthusiastic proactive person
-Hold a child workforce enhanced DBS certificate which is on the update service, or be willing to apply for a new one (costs refunded back to you when you complete 20 days work)
-have satisfactory references
-have a CV must that covers the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any gaps in employment must be explained;
- Have the legal right to work in the UK.

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this great position of a SEN Teaching Assistant.

1.As a Sunday Times Top 100 employer, we're committed to putting candidates & staff first
2. We employ the best in the business to provide an exceptional service to our candidates
3. Top rates of pay (all rates are typically inclusive of holiday pay; however, we will happily accrue this upon request)
4. More free CPD courses than any other education recruiter
5. Awarded REC Audited Education Gold Standard