SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary School, Uxbridge (Hillingdon) | ASAP Start

Are you a compassionate individual with a strong interest in supporting young people with special educational needs (SEN)?

Do you want to make a meaningful difference in a diverse and inclusive secondary school in Hillingdon?

Tradewind Recruitment is working in partnership with a supportive and forward-thinking secondary school in Uxbridge (Hillingdon), seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team ASAP. This full-time, long-term role is ideal for a graduate or experienced teaching assistant who is passionate about inclusion and wants to help students with additional needs thrive both academically and emotionally.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and learning delays.

• Support students in accessing the curriculum across a variety of subjects such as English, Maths, and Science.

• Work collaboratively with the SENCO, class teachers, and external specialists to implement personalised education plans (IEPs).

• Assist with behaviour support, emotional regulation, and building students'' confidence and independence.

• Adapt learning materials and teaching strategies to meet individual needs.

• Monitor student progress and contribute to regular SEN reviews and team meetings.

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN is highly desirable.

• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting diverse learners.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Good organisational skills and a flexible, proactive mindset.

• A solid understanding of safeguarding and inclusion in education.

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above).

• A full-time, long-term role starting ASAP.

• A rewarding opportunity to work in a well-resourced, inclusive secondary school in Uxbridge, Hillingdon.

• A supportive SEN team and access to ongoing training and development.

• Competitive daily rate, based on qualifications and experience.

• Convenient transport links across West London.

If you''re a graduate or experienced TA with a passion for SEN and a desire to make a difference, we''d love to hear from you!

To apply, please submit your CV via the Apply button, or contact Elizabeth on (phone number removed) (option 3) or email (url removed).

Tradewind Recruitment offers a variety of roles in schools across London - if this one isn''t the perfect fit, we''d be happy to help you find one that is.