Empowering Primary School Support Assistant (SEND)

Milk Education; South Shields; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

APSCo Compliance+ accredited

Flexible working opportunities

Priority Partnership network

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a Child Development Support Assistant to work across primary schools in Washington/South Shields starting in September. You will support children with learning, communication and developmental needs, providing one-to-one and small group support to help pupils access learning.

Ideal candidates are qualified Teaching Assistants with a Level 2 TA or higher, experience in primary settings, and a genuine passion for child development and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or above (essential).
• Experience in a Primary School setting.
• A genuine passion for supporting child development and wellbeing.
• Understanding of SEND, Autism, ADHD, SEMH or behavioural needs is desirable.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A patient, resilient and nurturing approach.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Additional qualifications in Education, Childcare or Child Development are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support children with a range of learning, communication and developmental needs.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to help pupils access learning.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Support children with SEND, including Autism, ADHD, Speech and Language needs and SEMH.
• Assist with classroom activities, interventions and learning programmes.
• Encourage independence, confidence and engagement in learning.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENDCOs and pastoral teams to support pupil progress.
• Create a nurturing, safe and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship skills

Patience & empathy

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or above

Job description

Milk Education is seeking a Child Development Support Assistant to work across primary schools in Washington/South Shields starting in September. You will support children with learning, communication and developmental needs, providing one-to-one and small group support to help pupils access learning.

Ideal candidates are qualified Teaching Assistants with a Level 2 TA or higher, experience in primary settings, and a genuine passion for child development and wellbeing.