Job Title: Special Needs Teaching Assistant
Location: Hillingdon, London
Start Date: September 2025
Pay: £90-£105 PAYE (Experience dependant)
Tradewind Recruitment is currently supporting a vibrant and inclusive primary school in the London Borough of Hillingdon, which is seeking experienced Teaching Assistants to join their team from September. The school has a Specialist Resource Provision (SRP) dedicated to supporting children with Autism (ASD) and they are looking for proactive, enthusiastic and resilient individuals to provide high-quality support on a supply basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity for Teaching Assistants with a genuine passion for working with children with special educational needs and a desire to make a meaningful difference in their educational journey.
About the role:
Supporting pupils within the SRP unit as well as within the mainstream classroom where appropriate
Assisting with the implementation of EHCPs and behaviour support strategies
Collaborating with class teachers, SENCOs and external professionals to deliver tailored support
Encouraging the development of communication, social and emotional skills
Creating a safe, supportive and engaging learning environmentThe ideal candidate will have:
Proven experience working with children with SEND, particularly autism
A calm, patient and flexible approach
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A proactive and committed attitude with a willingness to adapt
The ability to manage challenging behaviours with sensitivity and confidenceWhy Register with Tradewind?
All staff are paid PAYE - no umbrella deductions
Access to The National College - offering a wide range of accredited CPD
A team of consultants who are fully safeguarding trained and SEND specialists
Honest, friendly, and personalised support from start to finishThis is a supply role with the potential for regular work throughout the academic year, making it an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals or those looking to further develop their expertise within a specialist setting.
If you are passionate about supporting pupils with SEND and meet the criteria above, we would love to hear from you