SEMH/SEN Teaching Assistant — Make a Difference in Schools

AMA Admin; Bishop Auckland; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid weekly

Flexible day-to-day placements

Local SEN recruitment consultant

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Milk Education is hiring Teaching Assistants to support pupils with SEMH and SEN across Bishop Auckland and nearby areas. You’ll work in mainstream and specialist settings, providing targeted 1:1 or small-group support and building trusted relationships to foster a safe learning environment.

The role requires resilience, calmness under pressure and strong teamwork. Desirable training includes Team Teach, de-escalation, autism awareness and trauma-informed practice.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN, SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Experience in mainstream schools, specialist SEN settings, PRUs or alternative provision.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach, particularly when managing challenging situations.
• Confidence building relationships with pupils who may struggle to engage with education.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers and reach their potential.
• Additional training or experience in Team Teach, de-escalation, autism awareness, ADHD, trauma-informed practice or behaviour support would be highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN and SEMH needs.
• Supporting children with challenging behaviour, emotional regulation and social difficulties.
• Building trusting relationships and creating a safe, consistent environment.
• Using positive behaviour management strategies to encourage engagement and independence.
• Supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, trauma, attachment difficulties and additional learning needs.
• Helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and access the curriculum.
• Working alongside teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams to provide tailored support.
• Supporting reintegration, emotional wellbeing and positive social development.

Skills

Behaviour management

SEN support

Pupil engagement

Teamwork

Job description

Milk Education is hiring Teaching Assistants to support pupils with SEMH and SEN across Bishop Auckland and nearby areas. You’ll work in mainstream and specialist settings, providing targeted 1:1 or small-group support and building trusted relationships to foster a safe learning environment.

The role requires resilience, calmness under pressure and strong teamwork. Desirable training includes Team Teach, de-escalation, autism awareness and trauma-informed practice.