SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Ware, Hertfordshire
Start Date: October 2025 or sooner if available
Contract: Supply and long-term opportunities
Daily Rate: £90-£100 (depending on experience)
Year Groups: year 7 and up, specialist SEN school
Tradewind Recruitment is looking for committed SEN Teaching Assistants to support a leading and popular SEN school based in between Ware and Hertford. We have both day-to-day and long-term positions available, focusing on 1:1 support for pupils with special educational needs.
Why Work as a Supply Teaching Assistant?
Flexibility to choose when and where you work
Opportunity to work in a variety of schools and year groups
Gain broad experience across different teaching styles and pupil needs
Build key skills in communication, behaviour management and adaptability
Open doors to permanent or long-term roles
Competitive daily rates based on experience
What We're Looking For:
Passionate about supporting children with SEN, particularly Autism
Confident working 1:1 or in small groups (phonics or SATs support experience is a bonus)
Able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents
Patient, empathetic and proactive
Strong communication and behaviour management skills
Understanding of child development and experience with IEPs and EHCPs
Essential Requirements:
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)
Right to work in the UK
Full employment history listed on your CV
Two professional references from the last two years
Overseas police check if applicable
What Tradewind Offers:
Competitive PAYE rates
Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses via the National College
Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant
£100 referral bonus for recommending a friend
Access to a wide network of schools across London and beyond
How to Apply
Send your CV to
Or call Sam on (phone number removed) for a friendly, informal chat