SEN Teaching Assistant - Kingston & Surrey

Location: Kingston & Surrey
Job Type: Full-time / Long-term / Permanent opportunities
Start Date: September 2026
Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity this September?

Tradewind Recruitment are currently working with a range of SEN schools, specialist provisions and mainstream schools with SEN settings across Kingston and Surrey, and we are looking for passionate Teaching Assistants to join them.

You could be supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including ASD, ADHD, complex needs, communication difficulties, learning difficulties and behavioural needs.

The role:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 or small-group basis
• Working alongside teachers and SENCOs to support individual learning plans
• Supporting pupils'' academic, social and emotional development
• Helping create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment
• Assisting with personal care where required
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils

We''re looking for:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN
• A patient, nurturing and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children to reach their potential
• Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential

Why Tradewind?

• Access to a wide range of SEN opportunities across Kingston & Surrey
• Competitive PAYE rates
• Free CPD and training through the National College
• Dedicated SEN consultant support
• Opportunities for long-term, permanent and temp-to-perm positions
• A straightforward PAYE payroll service with no umbrella company deductions

If you''re looking for your next SEN opportunity for September, apply today and Olivia will be in touch to discuss the schools and roles available.