SEND Teaching Assistant

Job description

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 SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Kidderminster.

As a Behaviour 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.

• 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

• 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.

If you're ready to make a real impact and help students thrive, we'd love to hear from you!

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Kidderminster

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £92.00 and £100.00 Per Hour

Published at

08-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English