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SEND Teaching Assistant – Luton Are you an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Luton? We are recruiting enthusiastic and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants to join a range of specialist schools and SEND provisions across the area. If you have experience supporting children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities and are passionate about helping them achieve their potential, we'd love to hear from you. As a SEND Teaching Assistant…

Vision for Education is currently recruiting a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to work within a welcoming specialist school in Chelmsford. This is a fantastic opportunity to support children and young people with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), helping them to achieve their full potential in a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The Role As an SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and the wider support team to p…

SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Wisbech Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full-time, Part-time, Long-Term & Temporary Opportunities Salary: £93-£110 per day (dependent on qualifications and experience) Are you looking for a new SEND Teaching Assistant role within Wisbech? Are you an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity? Tradewind Recruitment is currently recruiting dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants to work across a range of mainstream and specialist schools in Wisbech and the surrounding areas from September 2026. Whether you have experience supporting pupils with Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, or other additional needs, we have a variety of rewarding opportunities available to suit your experience and career goals. The Role As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils to access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their individual potential. Working alongside class teachers, SENCOs and wider support teams, you will help create a positive and inclusive learning environment. Your responsibilities will include: • Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND. • Supporting pupils with Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH and other additional learning needs. • Assisting pupils to engage with classroom activities and the wider school environment. • Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing. • Implementing EHCPs, individual learning plans and behaviour support strategies. • Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback to teaching staff. • Supporting with personal care where required. • Building positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues. The ideal candidate will have: • Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND. • A patient, resilient and proactive approach. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff. • A passion for supporting children to achieve their potential. • A Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential. Why work with Tradewind Recruitment? • Competitive daily pay rates of £93-£110 per day. • Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities. • Long-term and temporary positions available. • Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses through The National College. • A dedicated education consultant providing ongoing support. • Weekly pay and an easy online timesheet system. • Opportunities in a wide range of local primary, secondary and specialist schools. If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference in pupils' education, contact us today. Apply today or contact Samantha at Tradewind Recruitment to discuss the opportunities available in Wisbech for September. 01727236255 or email Samantha.Neziri@twrecruitment.com

Are you somebody that has experience in delivering care/support to vulnerable people and feel like you'd enjoy a new challenge in a rewarding environment? At Vision for Education, we are currently seeking experienced professionals to work as SEND Teaching Assistant in a mainstrean primary school. The Role – SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Peterborough Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full time preferred Working as a SEND Teaching Assistant, you'll …

SEND Teacher – Primary School, long-term temporary and ongoing, part-time, starting September 2026 Here is a thriving primary school catering for pupils aged 3–11 and serving a diverse local community. The school was judged Good by Ofsted, with inspectors praising the Quality of Education, Behaviour and Attitudes, Personal Development, Leadership and Management, and Early Years Provision . The school is committed to creating a calm, supportive, and nurturing environment where pupils feel safe, valued, and confident to learn. Staff work collaboratively to ensure every child receives the support they need to succeed. SEND Teacher Duties: • Planning and delivering engaging lessons tailored to individual learning needs • Supporting pupils with SEND to access the curriculum and achieve their targets • Creating an inclusive and structured learning environment • Working closely with teaching assistants, the SENDCo, and external professionals • Monitoring pupil progress and contributing to EHCP reviews where appropriate • Promoting pupils' confidence, independence, and wellbeing Ideal SEND Teacher: • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) • Experience teaching pupils with SEND • Strong understanding of differentiated teaching strategies • Knowledge of EHCPs and SEND best practice • Excellent behaviour management and communication skills • Passion for inclusive education and pupil development • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children Why Step Teachers?With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!

Secondary Teaching Assistant's Daily Supply and Long Term 1:1 Support in Mainstream Classroom Full-time Havering September 2026 The Role In this role you will be supporting across Secondary aged students with additional learning needs. You will work closely with the student and the school are looking for someone who has a calm nature, very patient and personal. You will be supporting them across a range of academic lessons. You should have a calm and consistent approach and be committed to supp…

Office Manager - Immediate Start | Full-Time | Permanent Salary: £27,000 - £35,000 FTE (depending on experience) An excellent opportunity has become available for an experienced School Office Manager to join a welcoming primary school on a full-time, permanent basis. Our client is looking to appoint someone as soon as possible, with interviews being arranged immediately for suitable candidates. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a busy school environment and is confident leading the day-to-day operation of a school office. You'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of the school's administrative functions while supporting staff, pupils, parents and senior leaders. The Role As Office Manager, you will: • Lead the daily running of the school office, ensuring efficient administrative systems are in place. • Provide a professional and friendly first point of contact for visitors, parents and external agencies. • Oversee financial administration, maintaining accurate records and processing payments. • Manage the school's main communications, including emails and general enquiries. • Coordinate admissions, attendance monitoring and pupil admissions processes. • Organise school events, manage office resources and maintain supplies. • Provide administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team and coordinate staff training where required. • Ensure compliance with safeguarding, GDPR and health & safety procedures. • Assist with newsletters, website updates and school communications. About You To be considered, you will ideally have: • Previous experience working in a school office, ideally in an Office Manager or senior administrative role. • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workload. • Strong communication skills and a professional, approachable manner. • A proactive attitude with the confidence to work independently and solve problems. • Experience using school management systems would be advantageous. Why Apply? • Permanent, full-time opportunity. • Join a supportive and friendly primary school. • Immediate start available. • Competitive salary based on experience. • Opportunity to make a real impact within a busy school office. This vacancy is attracting a high level of interest, and interviews will be arranged as applications are received. Early applications are strongly encouraged, as the school reserves the right to appoint before the closing date. To be considered, submit your CV today. For further information or to arrange a confidential discussion, contact Carlo Randazzo at Tradewind Recruitment's St Albans office on 01727 236255 or email carlo.randazzo@twrecruitment.com . #INDSA

Behind every successful school is a team of people ensuring that the right information reaches the right people at the right time. An Outstanding secondary school in Barnet is looking to appoint a Data & Exams Manager to oversee student data systems, reporting, and examinations. The School This oversubscribed 11–18 school educates over 1,600 students and has a thriving sixth form. It has built a strong reputation for academic achievement, excellent behaviour, and staff development. Support staf…

Finance Assistant required January 2026 Good mixed school based in Colchester Finance Assistant to join a dedicated and experienced finance team Our Client is looking for a Finance Assistant to work within a welcoming mixed secondary school in Colchester. The successful candidate will assist with processing invoices, handling petty cash, reconciling accounts, and supporting the wider finance function. School Information This 11–18 comprehensive has around 1,200 pupils and consistently strong ac…

Data Manager – Independent Secondary School – Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School Information: This highly respected 11–18 Independent Secondary School in Cambridge is well known for its academic excellence, strong emphasis on evidence-informed practice, and exceptional organisational standards. The school is situated in a thriving educational hub and draws students from a wide catchment of academically ambitious …

A well-regarded secondary school in Luton is seeking to appoint an organised and proactive Attendance Lead to join its dedicated pastoral and administrative team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive school environment committed to improving outcomes, safeguarding students, and promoting high levels of attendance and engagement. Job Overview This successful school has a strong reputation for providing a structured and inclusive learning environment where students are enc…

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly capable School Business Manager (SBM) to join a well-regarded secondary school in the Newbury Park area of Ilford , playing a key role in the strategic and day-to-day running of the school’s business functions. This is a senior operational post for someone who enjoys responsibility, thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in building clear systems that support staff, pupils and families. Working closely with the Hea…

Deputy Nursery Manager Are you an experienced Nursery Senior Leader looking for your next career opportunity? We are recruiting for an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to join a welcoming and well-established early years setting in Watford . This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate childcare professional who is committed to delivering outstanding care and education while supporting and developing a dedicated nursery team. About the Nursery This nurturing nursery provides high-quality…

Lead Compliance. Drive Innovation. Shape Strategy. We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Group Manager of Exams to lead and develop our Exams function across Peterborough College and Stamford College. This is more than an operational Exams role. We are looking for a strategic leader who combines extensive examinations expertise with the ability to use data, technology and insight to drive continuous improvement across the organisation. You will be our subject matter expert for all …

We are seeking a motivated and well-organised Science Technician to join the Science Department of a successful and oversubscribed secondary school in London. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for science and strong practical skills to support teaching and learning across Biology, Chemistry and Physics. The Role Working closely with teaching staff and the Senior Science Technician, you will be responsible for: Preparing equipment, materials and chemicals for practical …

Senior Science Technician – Lead Biology Prep, Maintain Ecosystems, and Support Fieldwork – Barking A high-achieving school in Barking is recruiting a meticulous Senior Science Technician to lead the support for the Biology curriculum, with an emphasis on ecology, from January 2026. • Senior Science Technician (Biology) required from January 2026. • Barking-based school with excellent grounds and facilities (South East). • Seeking a specialist to lead Biology prep, maintain greenhouses, and support fieldwork . You will be responsible for preparing all Biology practicals, maintaining the school's greenhouse and pond/ecology areas, and managing the specialized equipment (microscopes, models). This role is key to ensuring the success of A-Level practical endorsements and field trips. Experience and Qualifications • Significant experience as a Science Technician, specializing in Biology up to A-Level. • Strong expertise in microscopy, dissection, culturing, and maintaining biological samples/ecosystems . • Excellent knowledge of CLEAPSS and safety regulations related to biological materials. • Proven ability to support and organize external fieldwork logistics. School Information The Science department benefits from specialist labs and extensive school grounds ideal for ecology work. We offer an attractive regional salary and dedicate time and budget for specialist training in biological techniques. • Specialist role maintaining microscopy and ecological teaching resources . • Competitive regional salary and strong support for CLEAPSS and technical CPD . • Autonomy over the greenhouse and ecology prep areas . • Key role in the school's A-Level fieldwork and endorsement success . Salary Paid to Regional Support Staff Scale (Highly Competitive) Application To apply for this Senior Biology Technician position in Barking, please send your most up to date CV as soon as possible.

Senior Science Technician – Lead Biology Prep, Maintain Ecosystems, and Support Fieldwork – Barnet A high-achieving school in Barnet is recruiting a meticulous Senior Science Technician to lead the support for the Biology curriculum, with an emphasis on ecology, from January 2026. Senior Science Technician (Biology) required from January 2026. Barnet-based school with excellent grounds and facilities (South East). Seeking a specialist to lead Biology prep, maintain greenhouses, and support fiel…

Senior Science Technician – Lead Biology Prep, Maintain Ecosystems, and Support Fieldwork – Cambridge A high-achieving school in Cambridge is recruiting a meticulous Senior Science Technician to lead the support for the Biology curriculum, with an emphasis on ecology, from January 2026. • Senior Science Technician (Biology) required from January 2026. • Cambridge-based school with excellent grounds and facilities (South East). • Seeking a specialist to lead Biology prep, maintain greenhouses, and support fieldwork . You will be responsible for preparing all Biology practicals, maintaining the school's greenhouse and pond/ecology areas, and managing the specialized equipment (microscopes, models). This role is key to ensuring the success of A-Level practical endorsements and field trips. Experience and Qualifications • Significant experience as a Science Technician, specializing in Biology up to A-Level. • Strong expertise in microscopy, dissection, culturing, and maintaining biological samples/ecosystems . • Excellent knowledge of CLEAPSS and safety regulations related to biological materials. • Proven ability to support and organize external fieldwork logistics. School Information The Science department benefits from specialist labs and extensive school grounds ideal for ecology work. We offer an attractive regional salary and dedicate time and budget for specialist training in biological techniques. • Specialist role maintaining microscopy and ecological teaching resources . • Competitive regional salary and strong support for CLEAPSS and technical CPD . • Autonomy over the greenhouse and ecology prep areas . • Key role in the school's A-Level fieldwork and endorsement success . Salary Paid to Regional Support Staff Scale (Highly Competitive) Application To apply for this Senior Biology Technician position in Cambridge, please send your most up to date CV as soon as possible.

Senior Science Technician – Lead Biology Prep, Maintain Ecosystems, and Support Fieldwork – Norwich A high-achieving school in Norwich is recruiting a meticulous Senior Science Technician to lead the support for the Biology curriculum, with an emphasis on ecology, from January 2026. Senior Science Technician (Biology) required from January 2026. Norwich-based school with excellent grounds and facilities (South East). Seeking a specialist to lead Biology prep, maintain greenhouses, and support f…

Location: Chelmsford, Essex Start Date: April 2026 Role: Site Manager An Ofsted Outstanding secondary school in Essex is seeking an experienced and proactive Site Manager to oversee the daily operational management of the school premises from April 2026. This is a key role within a high-performing school that prides itself on maintaining a safe, well-organised and professional learning environment. About the School: This large and well-established secondary school is recognised for its Outstand…

Are you an experienced Site Manager seeking a role within a well-established school in London ? A respected independent school is seeking a proactive and reliable Site Manager to oversee the daily operation, safety, and maintenance of its premises. Job Overview This is a full-time, permanent position starting ASAP or September 2026 . The school is known for: • High standards of site presentation and safety • A professional and respectful working environment • Strong leadership and clear procedu…

We are seeking an organised, practical and proactive Site Manager to join an Outstanding secondary school in Peterborough from January . This is an excellent opportunity to take responsibility for the upkeep, safety and smooth operation of a busy school site. · Site Manager Role · Full-time position · Peterborough · January Start · Competitive Support Staff Salary School Information This high-performing 11–18 school is known for strong systems, excellent behaviour and a supportive working envir…

Our client is seeking an experienced and committed Site Manager to oversee the facilities and operations of a well-regarded secondary school in Luton . • Full-time Site Manager role • January 2026 start • Secondary school in Luton This is a key leadership role within the school’s support staff structure, responsible for site safety, maintenance, contractor management, and compliance with health and safety regulations. Experience and Qualifications • Previous experience as a Site Manager or seni…

Our client is seeking a skilled and proactive Site Manager to join a successful secondary school in Watford , supporting the strategic and operational management of the school site. • Full-time Site Manager • January 2026 start • Watford-based secondary school The successful candidate will ensure the school site is safe, compliant, and well-presented, working closely with senior leaders and external contractors. Experience and Qualifications • Proven experience in a Site Manager or facilities r…