Graduate SEND Teaching Assistant

Graduate SEND Teaching Assistant - Mainstream Primary School - September 2025 Start - Temp to Perm - Houghton Regis

Location: Houghton Regis, Bedford
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time (Part-time considered for exceptional candidates)
Daily Rate: £90 (PAYE)

Are you a recent graduate with a strong interest in supporting children with special educational needs and kick starting a career in education?

Do you want to work in a school with a strong leadership and staff team who can support your development?

A forward-thinking and inclusive primary school in Houghton Regis is working in partnership with Tradewind Recruitment to appoint a Graduate SEND Teaching Assistant with a focus on supporting pupils with special educational needs, particularly Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

This school is in the heart of Houghton Regis and the successful applicant would be actively encouraged to get involved with the wider school community.

There are good public transport links to the school but a driving license would be beneficial if you are travelling from outside of Luton.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive school environment and gain valuable experience in the field of education.

This role would be perfect for those Graduates considering a career in teaching, educational psychology, or therapy.

In this role, you will:

• Work closely with children diagnosed with ASD, providing tailored academic and emotional support

• Use creative and differentiated approaches to support individual learning needs

• Feedback to parents and SENDCO where appropriate

• Create a fun and safe learning environment

• Work with several students on a 1-1 basis with a range of special needs

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold a degree in Psychology, Education, or a related subject

• Demonstrate a genuine interest in working with children with additional needs

• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Be proactive, patient, and adaptable in a classroom setting

• Have a sound understanding of safeguarding and child protection practice.

If you are a recent graduate looking for your Graduate SEND Teaching Assistant role in Houghton Regis, we would love to hear from you.