Location
Dunstable
Industry sector
Education
Job type
Contract | Full Time
Job start date
03/09/2026
Posted date
23/07/2026
Closing date
13/08/2026
Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual with a passion for supporting children with additional needs? This could be your opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.
A welcoming specialised primary school in Dunstable is seeking a calm, proactive, and nurturing SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. Experience supporting children with complex needs is essential.
This is a rewarding opportunity to work in Dunstable within a supportive SEND provision where your contribution will have a real and lasting impact.
This SEN Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone who is calm, proactive, and committed to making a genuine difference in the lives of young people. As a SEN Teaching Assistant in Dunstable, you will work closely with pupils with complex needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, supporting both their academic progress and emotional wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide both in-class and 1:1 support for pupils with ASD and additional needs.
* Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and accessible lessons.
* Help create a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment.
* Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils.
* Support pupils' emotional wellbeing and academic progress throughout the school day.
The Ideal Candidate
* A patient, nurturing, and reliable individual.
* Previous experience supporting children with SEN (essential).
* Experience working in a school or with children in a similar setting.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills.
* Flexible, dependable, and committed to making a positive impact.
If you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Dunstable, we'd love to hear from you. Join our team as a SEN Teaching Assistant and help make a lasting difference to the lives of children in Dunstable.