SEN Teaching Assistant

Flexible SEN Teaching Assistant Opportunities with Tradewind Recruitment!

At Tradewind Recruitment, we're passionate about connecting caring, skilled professionals with the schools and settings where they can make a genuine difference. We understand that flexibility is key, which is why we offer roles that work around you - whether you're looking for part-time, ad-hoc, or short-term assignments.

We're currently recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant for specialist SEN schools and provisions in Weston-Super-Mare, supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs. The students are typically aged 4-19 and may present with autism, communication differences, sensory processing needs, learning difficulties, and SEMH-related challenges. These are flexible roles, not a full-time long-term post, making it perfect for those who want variety and balance.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant in this type of setting, your responsibilities may include:

• Providing 1:1 or small group support
• Assisting pupils with communication, focus and self-regulation
• Helping students access learning tailored to their cognitive level
• Supporting emotional wellbeing and confidence-building
• Working collaboratively with teachers and therapists to meet individual needs
• Contributing to a calm, structured and nurturing environment

Pupils in this environment respond best to patience, empathy and consistency, so a gentle yet confident approach is essential.

You'll be a great fit if you:

• Have experience supporting children or young people with SEN (in schools, care or youth settings)
• Can adapt your approach depending on needs and ability levels
• Are comfortable working with communication differences, autism and sensory needs
• Can build trusting relationships and provide emotional reassurance
• Are seeking flexible, part-time or short-term work rather than a long-term post

Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 in education, psychology, childcare or similar) are welcomed but not essential with the right experience.

Why work with Tradewind Recruitment?

At Tradewind, we don't just place candidates - we champion them. Here's what you can expect:

• Your income matters: We'll always secure the best rate for your skills
• Your development matters: 2,500+ FREE CPD courses via The National College
• Your flexibility matters: Roles that fit your lifestyle and goals
• Your wellbeing matters: Sunday Times Top 100 Employer four years running
• Your values matter: We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and truly inclusive

If you're compassionate, adaptable and passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Tradewind Recruitment to explore flexible SEN Teaching Assistant opportunities in specialist settings across Weston-Super-Mare.