Job Description
SEN Teaching Assistant Opportunity - Specialist School in Nottingham
Start Date: ASAPSalary: £90 - £110 per dayLocation: NottinghamAgency: Tradewind Recruitment
Are you an enthusiastic and proactive individual looking to support young people with additional needs? Tradewind Recruitment is working with a specialist academy in Nottingham to recruit a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of needs including Autism (ASC), social, emotional and mental health (SEMH), and associated communication difficulties.
This is a full-time role (5 days a week) with a temp-to-perm opportunity, giving you time to build strong relationships and secure a long-term role within a supportive and structured setting.
About the Role As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils who require additional guidance to engage with learning and manage their emotions within the classroom. The school offers a structured and nurturing environment, with a strong focus on behaviour support, routine, and personalised learning approaches.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis Assisting with behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies Helping deliver tailored learning activities and interventions Building positive relationships to support engagement and trust Promoting a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment Working closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams
About You To be considered for this role, you should:
Have experience working with children or young people with SEN, SEMH, or behavioural needs Be resilient, calm, and consistent in your approach Be confident managing challenging behaviour Have strong communication and teamwork skills Have a genuine passion for supporting young people to succeed Hold a DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for one
Why Choose Tradewind Recruitment?
A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement Access to CPD and training opportunities, including behaviour and SEN-focused development Competitive daily rates Opportunity to secure a permanent role
Apply Today If you're interested in this opportunity, please get in touch ASAP or send your CV to or call .