SEN LSA- KS1

Tradewind Recruitment; Luton; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is urgently seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a SEND primary school in Luton. The role involves one-to-one and small group support for pupils with additional needs, helping them stay engaged and build confidence within a supportive team environment.

You will work closely with teachers and SENCOs to tailor learning activities, promote positive behaviour, and create a calm, inclusive classroom where every child can succeed.

Qualifications

• Has experience working with children or young people with additional needs.
• Is patient, resilient and enjoys building positive relationships.
• Can adapt their approach to meet individual learning needs.
• Works well as part of a team and uses their own initiative.
• Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or is happy to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs.
• Helping children stay engaged, build confidence and achieve their individual targets.
• Working alongside teachers and SENCOs to deliver tailored learning support.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and supporting pupils' social and emotional development.
• Creating a calm, inclusive environment where every child can succeed.

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Relationship-building

Teamwork

Initiative

Tools

DBS update service eligibility

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Luton Immediate Start

Every child deserves someone who believes in them. Could that be you?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a lovely SEND primary school in Luton looking for dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team.

Whether you're experienced in supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs or other additional needs, this is an opportunity to make a genuine impact every single day.

What you'll be doing:

• Providing one-to-one and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs
• Helping children stay engaged, build confidence and achieve their individual targets
• Working alongside teachers and SENCOs to deliver tailored learning support
• Encouraging positive behaviour and supporting pupils' social and emotional development
• Creating a calm, inclusive environment where every child can succeed

We're looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children or young people with additional needs
• Is patient, resilient and enjoys building positive relationships
• Can adapt their approach to meet individual learning needs
• Works well as part of a team and uses their own initiative
• Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or is happy to apply for one

Why join Tradewind?

• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses through The National College
• A dedicated consultant who knows the local schools
• Opportunities for long-term, permanent and flexible work
• Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions

If you're passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and want to be part of a welcoming school community this September, we'd love to hear from you.