SEN TA

SEN TA

Location:

Luton / Central Bedfordshire

Start Date:

September

Contract:

Full-time

Are you a patient and caring SEN TA who is passionate about supporting children with autism and additional learning needs?
Do you have experience supporting pupils with ASC, communication difficulties, sensory processing needs, or moderate to severe learning difficulties?
Are you looking for a rewarding role within a small specialist setting where you can make a genuine difference to pupils’ communication, confidence, and independence?
Teacher Active is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN TA to join a small specialist provision in the Luton/Central Bedfordshire area, starting in September.

This specialist setting supports children aged 4–11 with autism and a range of additional and complex needs. Pupils may also present with sensory processing differences, speech, language and communication needs, Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), moderate or severe learning difficulties, and specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, and dyscalculia.

As an SEN TA, you will provide individual and small-group support, helping pupils access a personalised curriculum and engage positively with their learning. You will adapt your communication and approach according to each child’s individual needs, recognising that every pupil may learn, communicate, and regulate differently.

You will support pupils with their communication, social interaction, emotional and sensory regulation, transitions, and development of independence. A calm, patient, and flexible approach will be essential, particularly when supporting children who may find communication, changes in routine, or the demands of the school environment challenging.

Working closely with teachers, the SENCo, support staff, and therapy professionals, you will help provide consistent and individualised support based around pupils’ needs and EHCP outcomes. You will encourage pupils to explore their interests, develop positive relationships, and become increasingly confident and independent.

The successful SEN TA will have:

Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEN or specialist setting
Experience supporting children with autism/ASC is highly desirable
An understanding of sensory processing and communication needs
Experience supporting moderate or severe learning difficulties would be advantageous
A patient, nurturing, and compassionate approach
Strong communication skills with the ability to adapt to individual pupils
Confidence supporting pupils with emotional and sensory regulation
The ability to remain calm and consistent when pupils become distressed or dysregulated
A flexible approach to supporting a wide range of individual needs
An understanding of EHCPs and personalised learning
A strong understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
The ability to build trusting and positive relationships with pupils and colleagues

Key Responsibilities:

Support pupils aged 4–11 with autism and additional learning needs
Provide 1:1 and small-group support within the classroom and wider school environment
Support pupils with communication, social interaction, and engagement
Adapt learning activities and communication to individual needs
Support children with sensory processing and emotional regulation
Help pupils manage transitions and changes to routines
Use positive and consistent approaches to behaviour and engagement
Encourage pupils to develop confidence, communication, and independence
Support individual targets and EHCP outcomes
Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCo, therapists, and other professionals
Maintain a calm, safe, and supportive learning environment
Follow safeguarding procedures and prioritise the wellbeing of every pupil
Recognise and celebrate individual progress and achievement

In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

A dedicated team of consultants to guide and support you throughout your assignments
Access to CPD courses and certificates through the My-Progression channel
Competitive rates of pay
Support throughout the registration and placement process
Teacher Active Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when…