General Teaching Assistant

Milk Education; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated teaching supply agency in England seeks a General Teaching Assistant to support small classes of SEN pupils in Knowsley. The ideal candidate will provide emotional and behavioral support for children with Autism and challenging behaviors. Experience in working with vulnerable children is desirable. This rewarding role offers excellent pay and benefits, including CPD courses and dedicated consultant support.

Benefits

Fast-registration process

Excellent rates of pay

Educator Wellbeing Guide

FREE PSHE Lesson Plans

2 FREE CPD courses

24/7 access to personal consultant

Qualifications

• Desirable experience in school, care, or youth settings with SEN children.
• Confidence in managing and supporting challenging behaviours.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support SEN pupils in small classes with high staff-to-pupil ratios.
• Provide emotional and learning support throughout the school day.
• Use positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques.

Skills

Experience working with SEN children

Confidence supporting challenging behaviours

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Calm, patient, consistent approach

Passion for supporting children with additional needs

Education

Relevant TA qualification or training

Job description

General Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient General Teaching Assistant to support small classes of SEN pupils in our specialist provision in L36. The role involves working with children who may present challenging behaviours, Autism (ASC), and learning abilities significantly below their chronological age.

This is a rewarding role for someone who is patient, proactive, and passionate about supporting vulnerable children to thrive.

The Role

• Support pupils in small class settings with high staff-to-pupil ratios
• Work with children with Autism, complex needs, and challenging behaviours
• Provide emotional, behavioural, and learning support throughout the school day
• Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery and classroom management
• Use positive behaviour strategies and de‑escalation techniques
• Support personal development, communication, and social skills
• Help maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with SEN children (school, care, or youth settings) - desirable
• Confidence supporting challenging behaviours
• A calm, patient, and consistent approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• Relevant TA qualification or training (desirable but not essential)

Benefits to YOU

• Fast-registration process
• Excellent rates of pay
• Educator Wellbeing Guide
• School Preparation Pack
• FREE PSHE Lesson Plans designed by real teachers
• 2 FREE CPD courses when you register with us
• 24/7 access to your personal consultant

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Why choose Milk Education?

Milk Education is a purpose-driven teaching supply agency, focused on putting educators first. We're committed to finding high-quality teaching talent and supporting schools across the U.K