SEN LSA- Primary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Luton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Access to over 2,500 CPD courses

Dedicated consultant

Long-term and permanent opportunities

Weekly PAYE pay

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with ASD and SEMH at a specialist SEND school in Luton. The role covers KS1 in the morning and KS2 in the afternoon, with an immediate start and structured, nurturing learning environments.

You will work with small groups, support classroom activities, and help pupils develop independence and confidence while collaborating with a supportive team of teachers and staff.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Experience supporting pupils with ASD and/or SEMH needs.
• A patient, empathetic and resilient approach to supporting children's individual needs.
• Confidence supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour or experience emotional regulation difficulties.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to follow individual support plans and maintain consistent boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with ASD and SEMH needs across Year 2 in the morning and Year 6 in the afternoon.
• Work with small groups of children to support learning, engagement and development.
• Assist the class teacher with classroom activities and adapt tasks to meet individual learning needs.
• Support pupils' emotional regulation, social development and positive behaviour.
• Use consistent approaches to manage challenging behaviour and promote positive relationships.
• Create a calm, structured and nurturing environment where pupils feel safe and supported.
• Encourage pupils to develop independence, confidence and essential life skills.
• Collaborate with teachers and other support staff to ensure pupils receive the best possible support.

Skills

SEND

ASD

SEMH

Patience

Teamwork

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant KS1 and KS2- SEND School Luton Immediate Start

Are you a passionate and resilient Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a specialist SEND school in Luton that is looking to appoint a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with ASD and SEMH.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is committed to inclusive education and understands the importance of creating a safe, structured and supportive learning environment. You will support a group of pupils in Year 2 during the morning and Year 6 in the afternoon, helping them engage with learning, develop confidence and achieve their individual goals.

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with ASD and SEMH needs across Year 2 in the morning and Year 6 in the afternoon.
• Working with small groups of children to support their learning, engagement and development.
• Assisting the class teacher with classroom activities and adapting tasks to meet individual learning needs.
• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, social development and positive behaviour.
• Using consistent approaches to help manage challenging behaviour and promote positive relationships.
• Creating a calm, structured and nurturing environment where pupils feel safe and supported.
• Encouraging pupils to develop independence, confidence and essential life skills.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and other support staff to ensure pupils receive the best possible support.

The ideal SEND Teaching Assistant will have:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Experience supporting pupils with ASD and/or SEMH needs.
• A patient, empathetic and resilient approach to supporting children's individual needs.
• Confidence supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour or experience emotional regulation difficulties.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to follow individual support plans and maintain consistent boundaries.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses through The National College.
• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to gain further experience in specialist SEND settings.
• Potential opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.
• Weekly PAYE pay, with no umbrella company deductions.