Make A Real Difference - SEN Teaching Assistants

AMA Admin; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible days

CPD courses (Milk Academy)

Fast-track compliance

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Special Educational Needs in Leeds primary schools. You will provide one-to-one and small group support, help manage challenging behaviour, and contribute to an inclusive learning environment.

Join a flexible, values-driven team with fast-track compliance and access to Milk Academy CPD. The role offers opportunities across trusted partner schools, with training including Safeguarding, SEND, and Behaviour support.

Qualifications

• Experience in education, care, youth work or similar (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Support children with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Help create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

One-to-one support

Small group support

Behaviour support

Relationship building

Job description

Make a Real Difference - SEN Teaching Assistants Needed in Leeds Primary Schools

Do you have the patience, resilience, and passion to change a child's future?

We're looking for dedicated and compassionate individuals to support children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and challenging behaviour in welcoming primary schools across Leeds.

Every day is different, but every day is rewarding. You'll play a vital role in helping children overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Support children with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Help create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to support each child's individual needs.

We're Looking For People Who Are:

• Patient, resilient and calm under pressure.
• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
• Positive, proactive and committed to making a difference.
• Experienced in education, care, youth work, support work or similar roles (desirable but not essential).
• Willing to learn and develop through ongoing training.

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available.
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance - APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• Culture-matched placements - we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths.
• Priority Partnership school network - access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives.
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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