Job Description

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, SEND Support Assistant, or Teaching Assistant looking to make a meaningful difference in a child's life?

Tradewind Recruitment is delighted to be working with a highly regarded Special Educational Needs (SEN) School in Nottingham to recruit a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a Year 1 pupil with additional learning and developmental needs.

This welcoming and well-established SEND school is part of a successful academy trust while maintaining a strong community feel. With an excellent reputation among parents, staff, and local professionals, the school is regularly requested by supply staff due to its supportive environment, exceptional leadership, and commitment to pupil success.

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 1 pupil with additional needs

• Support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Emotional Regulation and Behavioural Needs
• Help pupils access learning and achieve their individual targets
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and social development
• Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
• Support the delivery of EHCP outcomes and personalised learning plans
• Adapt classroom activities and resources to meet individual learning needs
• Create a nurturing, inclusive, and positive learning environment

• Monday - Thursday: 8:15am - 4:30pm
• Friday: 8:15am - 3:00pm

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a Level 1 Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or Level 3 desirable)
• Have previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, or SEND Support Worker
• Be confident supporting children with additional needs and barriers to learning
• Demonstrate patience, empathy, resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting young people
• Hold an Enhanced DBS Certificate on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one
• Be available to work Monday-Friday during school hours

• Access to exclusive SEN Teaching Assistant opportunities across Nottingham and the surrounding areas
• Competitive rates of pay with weekly payroll
• Free access to over 2,500 CPD-accredited training courses through The National College
• Ongoing support from a dedicated specialist education consultant
• Opportunities for long-term, permanent, and career-development roles
• Work with schools that prioritise inclusion, wellbeing, and staff development

If you're a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant, SEND Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or education professional looking to make a genuine impact on a child's educational journey, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your updated CV to be considered for this rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant role in Nottingham.