SEN Teaching Assistant Opportunity - Supporting Primary-aged Pupils (Canterbury)

Are you a dedicated and organised SEN Teaching Assistant eager for your next challenge? Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled individual to join our team in Canterbury!

This full-time role is available for an immediate start. Initially offered as a temporary, long-term position, it has the potential to become a permanent opportunity for the ideal candidate.

We work with a wide range of SEN schools across Canterbury and nearby areas, so no matter where you're based locally, we encourage you to apply!

Key Responsibilities:

Supporting primary-aged students with Special Educational Needs, including ASD, SEMH, and behavioural difficulties
Providing tailored one-to-one and small group support
Assisting teachers with lesson preparation and activity delivery
Helping to foster an inclusive and supportive classroom environment by assisting with tasks and classroom resources
Supervising pupils during outings and school trips
Simplifying instructions, repeating information, and offering personalised guidance to keep students engaged and on track with their learning

Why Join Tradewind?

Competitive pay rates that reflect your experience
Unparalleled access to CPD training via our exclusive partnership with the National College, offering more than 2,000 certified CPD courses for FREE upon starting with us
A fantastic referral program where you can earn up to £100 for recommending a friend
Expert support with interview preparation and lesson planning
A simple online portal to manage timesheets with ease
Free social and networking events to connect with fellow education professionals and our supportive team

What We're Looking For:

An Enhanced child-only DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if relevant), and valid professional references
A CV detailing your full 10-year employment history (explaining any gaps)
Legal right to work in the UK

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this exciting SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity! For further details, please email us at (url removed) or call (phone number removed)