Tradewind Recruitment
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people? Do you have the resilience, empathy and confidence to support students who need a calm, consistent and encouraging presence? Tradewind Recruitment is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Kidderminster that support students with severe learning difficulites (SLD), complex needs and challenging behaviour.
About the Role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support students with SEND, both in and out of the classroom
- Implement behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques
- Work 1:1 or with small groups to help pupils re-engage with learning
- Build trusting, professional relationships that promote positive behaviour
- Assist teachers in creating a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment
- Contribute to behaviour plans and pastoral support programmes
- Access to a Vehicle.
What We're Looking For
- Experience working with young people with SEND (school, youth work, mentoring or similar)
- Strong communication, resilience and emotional intelligence
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and use positive behaviour strategies
- A genuine commitment to helping pupils overcome barriers to learning
- Team-working skills and a proactive approach
Why Join Tradewind?
- Competitive pay, paid weekly- PAYE only no umbrella companies
- Free access to CPD via The National College
- A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement
- Opportunities for long-term/perm roles.
Apply Now
If you're ready to make a real impact and help students thrive, we'd love to hear from you!
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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