Job Description
Teaching Assistant - Specialist SEN SettingWeston-Super-Mare/North Somerset Full-time roles and flexible supply available
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs? We are working with a specialist provision that supports pupils across both primary and secondary age ranges, and we are looking for dedicated, resilient, and compassionate individuals to join their team.
About the SchoolThis is a specialist SEN setting that provides a highly supportive and structured environment for pupils with a range of complex needs. The school takes a nurturing, trauma-informed approach, focusing on building positive relationships, emotional regulation, and re-engagement with learning.Class sizes are small, with a high staff-to-student ratio, allowing for personalised support and tailored learning approaches. The school promotes consistency, routine, and a strong sense of safety to help pupils thrive.
About the PupilsStudents attending this provision may present with a variety of needs, including:* Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges* Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)* ADHD and associated behavioural needs* Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)* Trauma backgrounds, including adverse childhood experiencesMany pupils may have experienced disruption in education and may display behaviours linked to anxiety, dysregulation, or difficulties with trust and attachment. A calm, patient, and understanding approach is essential.
The RoleAs a Learning Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant, you will:* Support students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups* Help manage behaviour positively using de-escalation strategies* Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils* Support access to learning across a broad, adapted curriculum* Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff
Opportunities Available* Long-term, full-time roles for those seeking consistency and career progression* Flexible supply work for those looking to fit work around other commitments* Potential for permanent opportunities for the right candidates
Ideal Candidates Will Have* Experience working with children or young people with SEN (education, care, youth work, or similar)* A patient, resilient, and empathetic nature* Strong communication and relationship-building skills* A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners
Why Work With TradewindWhen you work with Tradewind Recruitment, you join a team that genuinely cares about you and your career. We pride ourselves on long-term partnerships and meaningful placements where staff feel valued and supported.* Your income matters: we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice* Your development matters: we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources via the incredible National College* Your flexibility matters: we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts, and permanent positions all available, all local to you* Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running* We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer
If you're ready to take the next step in a rewarding and impactful role, we'd love to hear from you.