SEN Teaching Assistant - Barking & Dagenham - Tradewind Recruitment : Job Details

SEN Teaching AssistantLocation: Barking and DagenhamRole: SEN Teaching Assistant (one to one) Start Date: September 2025Contract Type: Supply (full time) Daily Rate: £90 - £95 per day (depending on experience)Year Groups: Nursery to Year 6

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking dedicated and flexible SEN Teaching Assistants to support local primary schools in Barking and Dagenham. We offer both daily and long-term supply roles, providing opportunities to work across a range of year groups.

Benefits of Working with Tradewind:

• Flexible Working: Choose when and where you work to suit your lifestyle and other commitments.
• Variety of Experience: Work in a range of schools and year groups, gaining valuable classroom experience.
• Professional Development: Develop your teaching assistant skills across various settings, curriculums, and student needs.
• Career Progression: Build connections in schools with the potential for long-term or permanent roles.
• Competitive Pay Rates: Daily pay increases with experience and performance.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience working with Special Educational Needs (SEN), preferably within a school setting.
• Confidence in supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis or in small groups, with experience in phonics or SATS intervention being an advantage.
• Strong relationship-building skills with children, parents, and staff.
• Patience, empathy, and a proactive, positive attitude.
• Good behaviour management and communication abilities.
• Understanding of child development and familiarity with IEP and EHCP targets.

Essential Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• Right to work in the UK.
• CV must include full work history since leaving formal education.
• Two professional references from the past two years.
• Overseas police check (if applicable).

What Tradewind Offers:

• Market-leading pay rates through PAYE.
• Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses via The National College.
• Personalised support from an experienced education consultant.
• £100 referral bonus for recommending a friend.
• Long-standing relationships with schools throughout London and surrounding areas.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this rewarding opportunity to make a difference in children's education, send your CV to or call Zoe on (Option 2) for a confidential discussion.