Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Tendring, Essex
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full Time

Tradewind Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in the Tendring area from September 2026.

Recognised as one of the UK's Sunday Times Top 100 Employers, we are looking for individuals who are committed to supporting children and young people with additional needs to achieve positive educational and personal outcomes.

The Role

  • Provide tailored support for pupils with a range of SEND.
  • Work on a one-to-one basis and with small intervention groups.
  • Support pupils' emotional wellbeing, development and learning.
  • Promote positive behaviour, confidence and independence.
  • Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals.
  • Help create a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

  • Have experience supporting children or young people with SEND, either within education or a related setting.
  • Demonstrate a calm, patient and adaptable approach.
  • Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
  • Hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check.

Applications are welcomed from candidates with experience in education, care, youth work, residential settings or other relevant support environments.

Why Join Tradewind Recruitment?

  • Competitive rates of pay.
  • Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses through The National College.
  • A dedicated consultant with specialist education recruitment knowledge.
  • Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions.
  • The support of one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies and a Sunday Times Top 100 Employer.

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a September 2026 start.

Safeguarding Statement

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS checks, references and any other safeguarding and compliance requirements in accordance with statutory guidance.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Tradewind Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.