Job Description

SEND Teaching Assistant - Southall
ASAP Start | Long-Term | Full-Time | Supporting Pupils with Complex Needs

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a welcoming and well-resourced 3-form mainstream primary school in Southall to appoint a committed SEND Teaching Assistant for an immediate start. This is a full-time, long-term role supporting pupils with complex and varied additional needs, working closely with the class teacher and wider inclusion team.

About the School

  • Inclusive 3-form entry primary school with a strong reputation for pastoral care

  • Experienced SENCo, established intervention systems and a highly collaborative staffing structure

  • Accessible location with strong connections to Southall station and multiple bus routes

  • Supportive senior leadership team and ongoing staff development opportunities

The Role

  • Supporting pupils with complex needs, including communication difficulties, sensory needs and SEMH challenges

  • Assisting the class teacher with differentiation, behaviour support and personalised learning

  • Helping implement EHCP targets, IEP strategies and any therapy-based recommendations

  • Working as part of a cohesive team with teachers, SENCos, therapists and specialist staff

  • Providing calm, nurturing support to help pupils regulate, communicate and access the curriculum

  • Contributing to a positive, structured and inclusive classroom environment

Requirements

  • Experience supporting pupils with complex SEND in a primary setting

  • Strong understanding of communication strategies, sensory needs or behaviour support approaches

  • Ability to follow teacher direction while using initiative when needed

  • A calm, patient and resilient approach

  • Full-time availability and commitment for the remainder of the academic year

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

  • Access to roles in many of the best primary schools across West London

  • Supportive candidate care and consistent communication throughout your placement

  • PAYE weekly pay with no hidden deductions

  • Free professional development via our partnership with The National College

  • Trusted by candidates, including this recent review:
    "Thanks to Marc from Tradewind Education Agency, I landed my 1st job as supply staff in a primary school. His interview coaching, PowerPoint skills and career advice made all the difference. Highly recommend his services to anyone looking for a job."

If you are passionate about supporting pupils with complex needs and want to work in a warm, inclusive Southall school, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today - contact Marc at Tradewind Recruitment
020 7845 5450
marc.murphy@twrecruitment.com