Are you looking for a role where you can change lives, build confidence, and make learning possible for children who need you the most? Tradewind Recruitment are excited to be supporting a specialist SEND school in Hillingdon, seeking dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to join their primary SEMH provision this October. This is more than a job - it's the chance to transform challenges into breakthroughs for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Hillingdon, West London Start Date: October 2025 Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Salary: £90 - £115 per day (PAYE, DOE) What You'll Be Doing: Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups, helping them re-engage with learning Using creativity and positive behaviour strategies to inspire progress Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils who need consistency and care Working alongside a supportive team of teachers, therapists, and pastoral staffWhat We're Looking For: Experience with SEMH, behaviour support, or SEND (school, youth work, or care backgrounds welcome) Resilience, patience, and a nurturing personality Confidence to use de-escalation strategies and encourage positive choices Team Teach or similar training is a bonus - but not essentialWhy Join Through Tradewind? PAYE only - we keep things simple, transparent, and fair Free access to 2,500+ CPD courses with The National ...