Jobs in London - SEND TA - Mitcham • South West London

Company: Tradewind Recruitment

South West London

SEND Teaching Assistant - Mitcham | Make a Lasting Impact Location: Wandsworth Position: SEND Teaching Assistant Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner) Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only Pay: £90-£105 per day (depending on experience) Are you a patient, compassionate, and committed individual with a passion for supporting students with special educational needs? We're always looking for dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to join our incredible network of primary, secondary, and specialist schools in Wandsworth. As a leading education recruitment agency, we take pride in connecting caring individuals with schools that value inclusion, personalised learning, and student well-being. The Role: As a SEND TA, you'll provide vital one-to-one or small group support to students with a range of needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and learning disabilities. You'll work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to adapt resources, implement support strategies, and ensure each child is able to thrive both academically and emotionally. What We're Looking For: Experience working with children or young people with SEND (in a school, care, or youth setting) A calm, empathetic, and patient nature Ability to follow EHCPs and individual support plans Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships with students and staff A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs Desirable (but not essential): Experience with PECS, Makaton, or sensory strategies Training in Team Teach or de-escalation techniques Background in Psychology, Education, or Youth Work Understanding of ASD, SEMH, and other common learning needs Why Work With Us? Opportunities across a wide range of supportive SEND and mainstream schools in Wandsworth Personalised placements to suit your skills and career goals Ongoing CPD and access to specialist training A dedicated consultant who genuinely supports your journey in education Whether you're an experienced SEND TA or looking to begin your career in SEND education - we'd love to hear from you!