Teaching Assistant - Secondary School | SEN Support (Luton)


Company:	Luma Education Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£115 to £135 a day
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Luton
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	5 Sept 2026
Closing date:	5 Oct 2026

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Summary

Luma Education Recruitment are working with an excellent and highly regarded secondary school in LU3, Luton, to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an impressive school with a passionate, supportive team and a strong commitment to pupil development. You’ll work alongside teachers and pastoral staff to provide targeted support and help pupils engage positively with education.

The role would suit someone with experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEN Support Assistant, Behaviour Mentor or within a SEND/SEMH setting.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small-group support to secondary-aged pupils

Support pupils with SEND, SEMH, emotional and behavioural needs

Help students access lessons and engage with the curriculum

Build positive relationships through consistency, patience and clear boundaries

Promote positive behaviour, confidence and independence

Work closely with teachers and the wider pastoral team

Requirements

Experience working with children or young people in an education or support setting

A calm, patient and consistent approach

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Confidence supporting pupils with additional needs

SEND, SEMH, behaviour or pastoral experience is desirable

Benefits

£115–£135 per day DOE with weekly pay

Excellent and highly regarded secondary school

Supportive and passionate staff team

Long-term opportunity with temp-to-perm potential

Free on-site car parking

ASAP start

Dedicated consultant support from Luma Education Recruitment

About Luma Education Recruitment

Luma Education Recruitment specialises in education recruitment, with a particular focus on SEND, SEMH, alternative provision and specialist education settings across the UK.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

To apply, send your CV to daniel.benson@lumaedrec.com or call 0204 576 4344.

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