SEND Unit Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - SEND Unit Location: Hyde, Tameside
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Tradewind Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant to join a mainstream primary school in Hyde, working within their dedicated SEND unit.

This is a full-time, long-term position supporting pupils with complex SEND needs, including challenging behaviour. The successful candidate will have experience working with children on a 1:1 basis and be confident providing tailored support to meet individual needs.

The Role: • Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils within the school's SEND unit.

• Supporting children with complex SEND needs, including challenging behaviour.


• Helping pupils to engage with learning and develop their social, emotional and communication skills.


• Working closely with the class teacher, SEND team and other professionals to provide consistent support.


• Supporting pupils with their emotional regulation and behaviour throughout the school day.

The Ideal Candidate: • Previous experience supporting children with SEND, ideally within a specialist setting or SEND unit.

• Experience working with children on a 1:1 basis.


• Confident and experienced in supporting challenging behaviour.


• Calm, patient and consistent in their approach.


• Team Teach qualification is highly desirable, although not essential.


• A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification would be advantageous.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant to join a supportive mainstream primary school and make a real difference to pupils with additional needs.

To apply, please contact Matt Brown at Tradewind Recruitment:

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