Qualified SEND teacher

Milk Education; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 24,479 - 26,162; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

CPD courses

Wellbeing support

Career progression

Education resources

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting a dedicated SEN Teacher to join schools in Middlesbrough from September 2026. You will provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND, including ASC, ADHD, and Speech/Language needs, collaborating with teachers to implement personalised plans and EHCP targets.

You will foster a safe, inclusive environment, adapt activities to individual needs, and promote positive behaviour and wellbeing while building strong relationships with pupils, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND is desirable.
• Experience in Primary School, SEN School, Alternative Provision, Care, Youth Work, or Support Worker setting is advantageous.
• Understanding of Autism, ADHD, SEMH, Speech and Language needs, and challenging behaviour.
• A patient, caring, and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs to achieve their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Support children with Autism (ASC), ADHD, Speech and Language needs, SEMH, and other needs.
• Work with the class teacher and SENCO to implement personalised learning plans and EHCP targets.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual pupil needs.
• Promote positive behaviour using consistent behaviour management strategies.
• Encourage pupils' confidence, independence, and emotional wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, carers, and colleagues.
• Support pupils with classroom routines, learning interventions, and educational activities.
• Assist with personal care where required.
• Follow safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times.

Skills

SEND experience

Patient

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Relationship building

Education

Qualified teacher (QTS)

Job description

SEN Teacher – Middlesbrough

Milk Education is working with a number of welcoming and supportive Primary Schools across Middlesbrough and the surrounding areas and is looking to recruit caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated qualifiedSEN Teacherto join schools from September 2026.

If you are qualified teacher in SEND schools and have had experience with KS1 and KS2 Year groups we'd love to hear from you. We have a range of long-term, full-time opportunities available, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

You’ll play a vital role in supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping to remove barriers to learning while creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every child can reach its full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Support children with Autism (ASC), ADHD, Speech and Language needs, SEMH, and other additional learning needs.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement personalised learning plans and EHCP targets.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual pupil needs.
• Promote positive behaviour using consistent behaviour management strategies.
• Encourage pupils' confidence, independence, and emotional wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, carers, and colleagues.
• Support pupils with classroom routines, learning interventions, and educational activities.
• Assist with personal care where required.
• Follow safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND is desirable.
• Experience working within a Primary School, SEN School, Alternative Provision, Care, Youth Work, or Support Worker setting is advantageous.
• Understanding of Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, Speech and Language needs, and challenging behaviour.
• A patient, caring, and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs to achieve their full potential.

What Milk Education Offers

• Competitive weekly pay of £538.55 - £575.00 per week.
• Opportunities across Durham and the surrounding areas.
• Long-term, full-time opportunities with the potential to become permanent.
• Fast-track registration and compliance process.
• Five-star rated education agency with strong local school partnerships.
• Access to our Perks Portal with discounts and exclusive offers.
• Over 1,000 free and discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy.
• Free PSHE lesson plans and teaching resources.
• Educator wellbeing support and wellbeing hub access.
• School Preparation Pack.
• Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant.

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.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and compliance checks in line with the DfE's Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance and APSCo standards.

Milk Education is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.