Teaching Assistant

Description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Hillingdon, West London

Start Date: September 2025

Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term

Salary: £90 - £115 per day (PAYE, DOE)

SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary PRU, Hillingdon

Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a Primary Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Hillingdon from September 2025.

This PRU supports pupils aged 5-11 who have been excluded or are at risk of exclusion from mainstream schools, many of whom present with SEMH needs, ADHD, autism, and challenging behaviour. The school prides itself on providing a structured, nurturing environment where pupils are given the support they need to re-engage with education and build positive relationships.

What You'll Be Doing:

Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH and additional needs

Supporting with behaviour management, using positive and restorative approaches

Helping pupils develop social skills, resilience, and confidence

Assisting teachers in delivering personalised learning and interventions

Contributing to a safe, inclusive and encouraging learning environment

What We're Looking For:

Previous experience in a PRU, SEMH school, or similar SEND setting

A resilient, calm and patient approach with strong behaviour management skills

A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning

Team Teach or similar behaviour training (desirable but not essential)

An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

At Tradewind Recruitment, we are one of the UK's leading education agencies, specialising in SEND and mainstream recruitment. We work in close partnership with schools, PRUs and specialist provisions across London, connecting them with skilled and compassionate staff.

When you join Tradewind, you'll benefit from:

PAYE only - no umbrella companies, meaning transparency and statutory benefits

Free access to The National College, offering over 2,500 CPD courses

Guidance from safeguarding-trained consultants who are experts in SEND recruitment

A supportive and personalised service, from initial registration through to placement

Ad ID: 5417142652