Graduate SEND Teaching Assistant - Oldham

AMA Admin; Oldham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

SEND experience

Milk Academy training

Consultant support

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking enthusiastic Graduate SEND Teaching Assistants to work across schools and specialist SEND settings in Oldham.

This role is open to graduates from all degree backgrounds who want to gain experience supporting children and young people with SEND in a friendly educational environment.

Qualifications

• A degree in any subject.
• An interest in working with children and young people with SEND.
• A patient, proactive and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A willingness to learn and work collaboratively with teachers and support staff.
• Previous experience with children through employment, volunteering, coaching, mentoring or other activities is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND.
• Helping pupils access lessons and participate in classroom activities.
• Supporting communication, social interaction and emotional development.
• Encouraging confidence, independence and positive learning habits.
• Helping teachers adapt resources and activities to individual needs.
• Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and working collaboratively with school staff.

Job description

Graduate SEND Teaching Assistant - Oldham

Location: Oldham
Salary: £107.71-£115 per day
Contract Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Temporary & Long-Term Opportunities
Start Date: ASAP

Milk Education is looking for enthusiastic and motivated Graduate SEND Teaching Assistants to work across schools and specialist SEND settings in Oldham.

This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates from all degree backgrounds who are interested in gaining experience supporting children and young people with special educational needs. Whether you've studied Psychology, Performing Arts, Sport, English, Science or another subject, we'd love to hear from you!

This role is particularly suited to graduates considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology, child development or SEND. Previous school experience is beneficial, but experience gained through coaching, mentoring, volunteering, childcare or youth work can also be valuable.

The Role

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND.

• Helping pupils access lessons and participate in classroom activities.

• Supporting communication, social interaction and emotional development.

• Encouraging confidence, independence and positive learning habits.

• Helping teachers adapt resources and activities to individual needs.

• Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation.

• Building positive relationships with pupils and working collaboratively with school staff.

What We're Looking For

• A degree in any subject.

• An interest in working with children and young people with SEND.

• A patient, proactive and adaptable approach.

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

• A willingness to learn and work collaboratively with teachers and support staff.

• Previous experience with children through employment, volunteering, coaching, mentoring or other activities is desirable.

The following would also be desirable but are not essential:

• A degree in Psychology, Education, Childhood Studies or a related subject.

• Previous experience supporting children with autism, ADHD, SEMH or communication needs.

• Autism awareness or other relevant SEND training.

• Makaton, PECS or behaviour management training.

• Experience in a school, care setting or children's service.

Why Work with Milk Education?

• Competitive daily rates.

• Opportunities to gain valuable experience in education and SEND.

• Full-time, part-time, temporary and long-term placements.

• Access to mainstream and specialist settings across Oldham.

• Fast-track registration and compliance support.

• Access to Milk Academy training and development.

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

• Opportunities to build experience and explore a future career in education.

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience and the requirements of the assignment.