SEN Teaching Assistant
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About Academics
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Job description from Academics
Do you aspire to become an SEN Teaching Assistant with the goal of pursuing a career as an Assistant Psychologist or SEN Teacher?
If you're a Psychology graduate, current SEN Teaching Assistant, Nursery Practitioner, or have experience in care or supporting individuals with special educational, medical needs, or physical disabilities, we have a perfect role for you in Luton!
Job Opportunity: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Luton, Bedfordshire
Weekly Salary: £460 - £500
Contract: Full-time, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Training: Ongoing education and training provided
We are partnering with an outstanding SEN school in Luton, offering an exciting opportunity for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant. This role is ideal for individuals looking to further their careers in education and training while making a positive impact on the lives of children with diverse educational, social, and emotional needs.
This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to develop their career within special educational needs. The SEN Teaching Assistant role will provide valuable experience, particularly for those considering future roles as Clinical Psychologists or SEN Teachers. You'll be working closely with students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, supporting their educational journey and helping them achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with the clinical and teaching teams to support the educational development of students.
Assist with a range of teaching and learning activities, ensuring student engagement and progression.
Provide personal care to pupils when necessary, respecting their dignity and independence.
Use your initiative to help enhance learning experiences and create a positive learning environment.Requirements:
Experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential).
A Psychology or Criminology degree (or similar) is advantageous.
Enthusiastic, energetic, and compassionate nature with a passion for working with children with special educational needs.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with teaching and support staff.
A valid Enhanced DBS (on the update service or willingness to obtain one).
Eligibility to work in the UK.
Local commute to Luton or surrounding areas.If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs and are eager to further your career in education and training, apply today or send your CV to be considered for this rewarding opportunity in Luton

Job insights from Breakroom
Teaching assistants
Teaching assistants support teachers and help children with their educational needs
What you’ll do as a teaching assistant:
- Support teachers in the classroom
- Support children with their educational needs
- Be responsible for the health and safety of children
- Listen, support and teach children
Is it right for you?
This job may involve:
- Standing
- Sitting
- Physical activities
- Using a computer
- Emotionally demanding duties
What employees say
Pay
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Good
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Most people are paid market rates
Do Academics pay teaching assistants market rates?
Most people are paid above average for their job.
How we know this
70% of people are paid above average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get paid breaks
Do teaching assistants at Academics get paid breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
How we know this
70% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get sick pay
Do Academics pay teaching assistants sick pay?
No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.
How we know this
100% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
Workplace
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Okay
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Only some people get proper breaks
Do teaching assistants at Academics get proper breaks?
Some people don’t get proper breaks.
How we know this
50% of people report that they don’t get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
Okay
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Only some people recommend their team
Do teaching assistants at Academics recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
40% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
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