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!
