Do you have experience in sports, coaching, youth work, community groups or religious organisations? Want to use those skills to support young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? Tradewind Recruitment is seeking motivated, confident individuals to join a SEND school for secondary-aged pupils (including those with autism and SEMH needs) in Rochdale. This is a full-time role available from September 2026 and we need someone who is committed, reliable, and ready to make a lasting difference.
You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.
The Role:
- Support secondary-aged students (11-18 or equivalent SEND age range) who have autism, SEMH, or related additional needs, providing structure, encouragement, and positive role modelling
- Use your background in sports, fitness, martial arts, youth or community work, or faith-based projects to build trust, boost confidence, and help students regulate emotions
- Help students stay focused in class, manage behaviour, and develop routines that support their learning and wellbeing
- Work 1:1 and in small groups to deliver personalised support and interventions
- Be part of a SEND specialist team committed to consistency, safety, and emotional stability
Who This Role Would Suit:
- Someone with experience working with young people - in schools, coaching, youth clubs, community initiatives, religious organisations, or similar settings
- Calm, patient, confident, with strong emotional resilience
- Excellent communicator, able to build trusting relationships with students, staff, families
- Highly reliable and consistent - unreliability can be extremely detrimental to students' mental health and progress, especially those with SEND and SEMH xgikmsk
Bonus Points If You Have:
- Specific experience of autism, SEMH, or related special needs
- Experience mentoring teens or working in settings which support pupils who dysregulate behaviour
- Any SEND / TA qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3, NVQ, CACHE) though not essential - full training provided
What We Offer:
- Competitive full-time daily pay
- Access to over 2,500 free training courses, including specialist courses in behaviour management, autism aware...
SEND Teaching Assistant - Rochdale in Castleton employer: Tradewind Recruitment Careers
Tradewind Recruitment is an exceptional employer for teachers seeking a fulfilling role in Barnet primary schools. With a strong commitment to professional development, a collaborative work culture, and transparent pay structures, we empower educators to thrive in their careers while making a meaningful impact on students' lives. Our focus on personalised learning and support for diverse needs ensures that every teacher can contribute to a vibrant educational environment.
Contact Details:
Tradewind Recruitment Careers Recruitment Team
