SEND Teaching Assistant in Coalville - Tradewind Recruitment

Coalville
January 2026 - July 2026 | Full Time | Term Time Only

Tradewind Recruitment are proud to be working closely with a specialist SEN school to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) on a 1:1 basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on, patient and energetic SEN TA who enjoys being actively involved in school life. The role requires someone who is sporty, gentle and resilient, with the confidence to support a pupil both in the classroom and during extracurricular activities.

• Position: SEN Teaching Assistant - 1:1 (Secondary ASD)

• Start Date: January 2026

• End Date: July 2026

• Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm

• Contract: Full time, term time only

• Pay: £90 - £110 per day (PAYE)

• Location: Coalville

• Travel: Accessible by train or car; on-site parking available

• 1:1 support for a KS3 pupil with ASD in a secondary SEN setting

• Supporting learning across lessons and practical subjects

• Encouraging engagement, independence and emotional regulation

• Working collaboratively with teachers and SEN professionals

• Experienced and passionate about supporting children or young people with ASD

• Previous experience in a secondary or SEN school setting

• Patient, calm and nurturing, with a positive and proactive approach

• Confident working 1:1 and adapting support to individual needs

• Reliable, resilient and ready to fully engage in school life

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

• Right to work in the UK

• Two professional, child-based references

• Full CV working history

If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role within a supportive SEN school, we would love to hear from you.

Send your CV to dominic.watts@twrecruitment.com
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