Location: Barnet, North London
Salary: £95-£115 per day PAYE
Contract: Full-time, Long-term / Supply
Start Date: ASAP
Are you an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant with a background supporting pupils with PMLD, complex needs or profound SEND?
Tradewind Recruitment are working with a specialist school in Barnet who are looking for caring, patient and experienced TAs to join their team. This is a rewarding role where you'll work closely with pupils who require a high level of individual support, helping them develop their communication, independence and confidence.
If you have experience in a specialist school, PMLD setting, care environment or similar, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
You'll be supporting pupils with a range of complex needs, including PMLD, SLD, Autism and communication difficulties.
Your day-to-day role may include:
1:1 and small-group support
Supporting pupils with PMLD and complex SEND
Personal care and daily routines
Mobility and physical support
Sensory activities and learning
Supporting non-verbal pupils
Using PECS, Makaton or AAC
Supporting EHCP targets
Positive behaviour and emotional regulation
Working alongside teachers and therapists
What We're Looking For
We're particularly interested in candidates with experience of:
PMLD / complex SEND
Personal care
Hoisting and mobility support
Wheelchair users
PEG feeding or complex care
Autism / SLD
PECS, Makaton or AAC
Sensory needs
Challenging behaviourYou don't necessarily need every skill listed above - relevant hands-on experience and the right attitude are just as important.
Most importantly, you'll be patient, compassionate, reliable and genuinely passionate about supporting young people with complex needs.
Why Tradewind?
As a specialist SEND recruiter, we understand the type of experience specialist schools are looking for.
As a Tradewind candidate, you'll receive:
£95-£125 per day PAYE
Free CPD through The National College
Specialist SEND consultant support
Long-term and permanent opportunities
Regular check-ins and ongoing support
£100 referral scheme
No hidden umbrella fees
Interested?
If you're an experienced PMLD / Complex Needs TA looking for a rewarding opportunity in Barnet, get in touch today.
Apply with your CV or contact Tom at Tradewind Recruitment on (phone number removed)
