Primary Pupil Support & SEND Development Assistant

AMA Admin; Washington; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses

Priority Partnership school network

Wellbeing resources

Free PSHE resources

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting for a Child Development Support Assistant to work in primary schools across Washington starting in September. This role suits qualified Teaching Assistants who are passionate about supporting children’s academic, social and emotional development.

You will support pupils with a range of learning needs, provide one-to-one and small group assistance, promote positive behaviour, and work with teachers and SENDCOs to help pupil progress in an inclusive classroom.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or above.
• Experience working within 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

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or above

Job description

Milk Education is recruiting for a Child Development Support Assistant to work in primary schools across Washington starting in September. This role suits qualified Teaching Assistants who are passionate about supporting children’s academic, social and emotional development.

You will support pupils with a range of learning needs, provide one-to-one and small group assistance, promote positive behaviour, and work with teachers and SENDCOs to help pupil progress in an inclusive classroom.