SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant Luton- SEN Teaching Assistant- Luton

Are you a passionate and resilient individual looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs?

Academics are currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work within a specialist SEN school on the outskirts of Luton. These roles are available for an immediate start, offering ongoing bookings for individuals looking for consistent, long-term work.

The school supports pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, communication difficulties, learning disabilities and complex needs. The setting provides a structured, supportive environment where pupils are encouraged to develop their confidence, independence and social skills.

The Role - SEN Teaching Assistant

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support pupils with autism, communication difficulties and learning disabilities.
• Help deliver engaging and adapted learning activities.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development.
• Build trusting relationships and provide consistent support throughout the school day.
• Work closely with teachers and other support staff to meet individual pupil needs.
• Encourage independence and celebrate pupils' progress.

The Ideal SEN Teaching Assistant

We are keen to hear from candidates who:

• Have experience working with children or young people with SEN, although transferable experience will also be considered.
• Are patient, empathetic, resilient and proactive.
• Have a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Can build positive relationships and adapt their approach to individual pupils.
• Are reliable and committed to ongoing work.

What We Offer

• £475-£500 per week, depending on skills and experience.
• Immediate starts available.
• Ongoing bookings with the opportunity for consistent work.
• Experience within a specialist SEN school.
• Support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.

If you are looking for an opportunity to develop your experience within a specialist setting, this could be an excellent opportunity.

Whether you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or have transferable experience from care, support work or a similar background, we would love to hear from you.

Academics are acting as an agency in relation to this vacancy.

To register your interest in this SEN Teaching Assistant position on the outskirts of Luton, please contact Kenan on or email