Level 2 & 3 Teaching Assistants Location: South London-Surrey border Start: May or September 2026 Contracts: Full-time & part-time (flexible)

About the role: We're working with friendly, well-regarded primary schools and nurseries across the South London-Surrey border area, offering short-term, long-term, and temporary roles.

You'll support pupils from Nursery to Year 6, mainly on a 1:1 or small group basis, including children with mild to moderate SEND.

What you'll do:

Provide 1:1 and small group support (mainly EYFS/KS1) Help pupils with SEND access learning and build confidence Support the class teacher and classroom routines Contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment Work with teachers and SEN staff to track progress Prepare learning resources and activitiesRequirements:

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant (or relevant childcare/EYFS qualification) Experience in a UK primary school Experience supporting pupils with SEND (especially 1:1) Strong communication, patience, and flexibility Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)Acceptable qualifications:

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Certificate in Childcare and Education (CACHE) Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Diploma in Children's Care, Learning and Development (CCLD) Level 2 Award in Child Development and Care Level 2 Certificate Introducing Caring for Children and Young People Level 2 Diploma in Playwork Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (STLS) Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (CACHE) Level 3 Diploma in Children's Care, Learning and Development (CCLD) Level 3 NVQ in Children's Care, Learning and Development Level 3 Diploma in Montessori Pedagogy - Birth to 7 Level 3 Diploma in Playwork Level 3 Award/Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (STLS

The Ideal Candidate:

Must hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)

Have recent experience working in a UK primary school setting

Have experience supporting pupils with SEND, particularly in a 1:1 capacity

Demonstrate strong communication, patience and adaptability

Be enthusiastic about supporting children's learning and development

Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply) Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment? Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, partnering with a wide network of schools across London. We are proud to be the market-leading education recruitment agency for London.

When working with Tradewind, you will benefit from:

Competitive daily rates, paid weekly

Opportunities to work in high-quality partner schools across Croydon

Access to 2,500+ CPD-accredited courses via The National College

Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant

Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions

Test and trial approach - the opportunity to trial at different schools/nurseries before committing into a roleTo apply, please contact Lauren at Tradewind Recruitment via (url removed)