Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Islington
Salary: 95- 115 per day
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full Time Term Time Only

Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting passionate SEN Teaching Assistants to support students with additional needs across a range of secondary schools in Islington.

If you enjoy making a meaningful difference every day, this could be the perfect opportunity.

You will:

• Support students with a range of special educational needs.
• Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions.
• Assist teachers in adapting learning materials.
• Encourage independence and confidence.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback.
• Help create an inclusive learning environment.

Applicants should have:

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Knowledge of SEN such as Autism, ADHD or Speech & Language needs.
• Strong communication skills.
• Patience, empathy and resilience.
• A positive and proactive attitude.
• An enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

• Excellent daily rates.
• Ongoing professional development.
• Long-term placements.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Opportunities to progress into permanent roles.

Make a lasting impact by supporting students to achieve their potential.