Job Description

Teacher Active is recruiting for a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant at a specialist school in Luton for autistic children aged 4–11.

You will lead learning activities, contribute to planning and assessment, and support pupils with a range of needs across academic, social and emotional development. 

What You’ll Do

Deliver high‑quality learning activities to individuals, small groups and whole classes, including providing cover in the teacher’s absence

Prepare lessons, create resources and contribute to assessing, monitoring and reporting on pupil progress

Lead 1:1 and small‑group interventions that support academic, social, emotional and behavioural development

Work collaboratively with teachers, leaders and the clinical team to implement strategies, interventions and EHCP recommendations

Support behaviour, wellbeing and inclusion, helping create a positive, safe and engaging learning environment indoors and outdoors

What you will bring

We are looking for someone caring, flexible and enthusiastic — someone who can inspire pupils, work collaboratively with colleagues and model the school’s values of patience, kindness and teamwork.

Confidence in leading learning and managing classes when required

Experience supporting learning, behaviour and social development

Flexibility to work across classrooms, outdoor learning and wider school activities

A commitment to inclusion and to achieving the best outcomes for pupils

A passion for helping young people develop independence, confidence and future aspirations

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment