Primary SEN Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Luton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking passionate Primary SEN Teaching Assistants to join a vibrant mainstream school in Luton starting September 2025. This role is focused on supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), using creative and engaging methods to facilitate learning and development in a supportive environment. The position offers opportunities for ongoing training and career development, with excellent support from the school's leadership team.

Benefits

Long-term position in a welcoming school

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Opportunities for training and career development

Qualifications

• Creative approach to supporting children with SEND.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence in mainstream settings with ASD support.

Responsibilities

• Support children with ASD in accessing the curriculum.
• Use engaging methods to enhance communication and understanding.
• Adapt support across various classes as needed.

Skills

Creativity

Strong communication skills

Confidence in supporting children with ASD

Good understanding of safeguarding

Willingness to adapt

Job description

Primary SEN Teaching Assistant - Luton - September Start - PAYE

Position: Primary SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Luton
Start Date: September 2025
Type: Full-time (Part-time considered for outstanding candidates)
Daily Rate: 90 (PAYE)

Are you a creative and enthusiastic individual who enjoys thinking outside the box?

Do you have a passion for supporting children with additional needs, particularly Autism (ASD)?

Tradewind is currently working with a vibrant mainstream school in Luton, which is looking to appoint several Creative Teaching Assistants to start from September 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive team and play a key role in helping pupils thrive both academically and emotionally.

In this role, you'll be working predominantly with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), helping them to access the curriculum in a way that suits their individual learning styles. Creativity, patience, and adaptability are essential as you'll be using engaging methods to support communication, understanding, and progress.

Our partner school are looking for TA's with a real passion for making a difference every single day. In return, they offer excellent support from an SLT team who value staff well-being.

What We're Looking For:

A creative approach to supporting children with SEND

Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships

Confidence in supporting children with ASD in a mainstream setting

Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices

Willingness to adapt and support various classes and year groups when needed

In return, Tradewind offers:

A long-term position in a welcoming and inclusive school

Ongoing support and guidance from a dedicated consultant

Opportunities for training and career development

If you're looking to make a meaningful impact as a Creative Teaching Assistant, supporting children with ASD in a mainstream environment, apply now to secure your place for September!