Teaching Assistant

ACADEMICS; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supporting education company in Dunstable is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their inclusive provision. This role involves providing emotional support, helping students develop confidence, and addressing learning challenges. Ideal candidates will have a background or keen interest in psychology or youth work. Join a forward-thinking team and impact the lives of students positively. This position offers valuable experience and a pathway into various educational roles.

Benefits

Valuable hands-on experience in education

Pathway into teaching or mental health roles

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Background or strong interest in psychology, SEMH, youth work, or mental health required.
• Passion for inclusion, wellbeing, and education and training is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support and guidance to students.
• Help students develop confidence, resilience, and independence.
• Support strategies that address learning and behavioral challenges.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Resilience

Strong communication skills

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Dunstable

Pay: £460-£500 per week | Hours: Full-time, 8:30am-3:30pm

Academics is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join an inclusive SEN provision in Dunstable. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to begin or develop a career in education and training.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll support students with additional needs to access learning, build confidence, and thrive both academically and emotionally. Working closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff, you'll play a key role in making a genuine difference every day within the Dunstable school community.

Key responsibilities

• Provide emotional support and guidance to students
• Help students develop confidence, resilience, and independence
• Support strategies that address learning and behavioural challenges

We're looking for someone who

• Has a background or strong interest in psychology, SEMH, youth work, or mental health
• Is passionate about inclusion, wellbeing, and education and training
• Brings patience, empathy, resilience, and strong communication skills
• Can commute to Dunstable

Why this role

• Gain valuable hands-on experience in education and training
• Build a pathway into teaching, psychology, youth work, or therapeutic roles
• Join a supportive, forward-thinking team in Dunstable

Whether you're a graduate or an experienced SEMH practitioner, this SEN Teaching Assistant role offers the chance to make a real impact.

Apply now and take the next step in your education career as a SEN Teaching Assistant!