Location: Ashford, Kent
Salary: £93.00 - £100.00 per day
Contract: Full-Time | Ongoing Long-Term Positions
Start Date: Immediate Vacancies AvailableSEN Teaching Assistant
Tradewind Recruitment in Whitstable is recruiting dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants to support specialist SEN schools across Ashford, Kent.
We are working with a number of specialist provisions supporting children and young people aged 4 to 19 with profound, severe and complex learning needs. These rewarding roles offer the opportunity to make a real difference by helping pupils access learning, develop communication skills and achieve greater independence in a safe and supportive environment.
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals to provide tailored support for pupils with a wide range of additional needs, including:
Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
Complex communication, sensory and medical needs
Physical disabilities requiring specialist supportYour role may include supporting pupils in the classroom, during therapy sessions, sensory activities, outdoor learning and life skills lessons. Some positions may involve assisting with personal care and mobility, depending on individual pupil needs.
Specialist Learning Environments
Many of the schools we work with offer excellent facilities designed to support pupils' development, which may include:
Hydrotherapy pools
Forest School provision
Sensory rooms
Soft play areas
Rebound therapy trampolines
Accessible outdoor learning spaces
Multi-use games areas
Creative arts and specialist enrichment programmesWho We're Looking For
We're looking for caring, patient and enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.
Previous experience is welcomed but not essential. We would particularly like to hear from candidates with backgrounds in:
Care and support work
Healthcare
Residential care
Youth work
Mental health support
Childcare or nursery settings
Sports coaching
Psychology or Education graduates
Teaching Assistants looking to develop their SEN experienceThe most important qualities are empathy, resilience, a willingness to learn and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils.
What Tradewind Offers
Competitive daily pay of £93.00 - £100.00
Full-time, long-term opportunities
Weekly pay
Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses through The National College
A dedicated local consultant offering ongoing support
Pension contributions
Opportunities to gain valuable experience across a range of specialist SEN settingsIf you're looking for a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to join Tradewind Recruitment and support children and young people with additional needs across specialist schools in Ashford, Kent
Salary description
£93.00 - £100.00 per day