Job Description:

Teaching Assistants - Mainstream Primary Schools

Coulsdon and neighbouring areas - Croydon | Part-Time & Full-Time Opportunities

Make a difference. Build confidence. Help every child thrive.

Are you passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a range of welcoming mainstream primary schools across Coulsdon, Caterham, Purley, Whyteleafe and Warlingham areas, who are seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants for general classroom support as well as the opportunity to build your skills and provide specialist support to pupils with mild to moderate additional learning needs.

These roles offer the opportunity to work closely with children who benefit from extra guidance, encouragement and tailored support, helping them develop their confidence, independence and academic skills in a nurturing classroom environment.

Whether you already have experience supporting children with SEND or are looking to build a rewarding career in education, we have a variety of part-time and full-time opportunities to suit your experience and availability.

If you're patient, proactive and passionate about education, we'd love to hear from you!

The Role:

• Provide 1:1 tailored support for your assigned pupil
  
• Be confident to support SEND, including ASD, ADHD, Emotional Dysregulation
  
• Support learning, emotional regulation, and social development
  
• Work alongside class teachers and SENCOs to implement EHCP target and support plan
  
• Adapt learning resources to meet individual needs of the child
  
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
  

The Ideal Candidate:

• At least 6 months experience supporting children with additional needs
  
• Ideally hold minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or 3 desirable)
  
• Has previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, ideally within SEND or inclusion
  
• Confident supporting pupils with additional needs in a mainstream primary setting
  
• Patient, empathetic, and committed to pupil progress and well-being
  
• Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)
  
• Available Monday to Friday
  

Pay: £93 per day for candidates with a minimum of 3 months experience supporting children or young people in an educational, care or SEND setting. £100 per day for candidates who hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and have over 12 months previous experience supporting pupils with SEND including ASc, ADHD, SEMH or SLD or experience with personal care.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?
Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, partnering with a wide network of schools across London. You will benefit from:

• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly via PAYE - No Umbrella Companies deducting from your earnings!
  
• The exposure and opportunity to work across different primary schools
  
• Access to 2,500+ CPD-accredited courses via our partnership with The National College - (url removed)
  
• Online diary to manage your availability
• Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated consultant with 7+ years experience
  
• Direct communication - option to liaise with your consultant via SMS/Whats App (optional)
  
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions from initial contract work
  

If you're passionate about SEND and ready to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your updated CV to be considered!