SEN Classroom Assistant

AMA Admin; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Weekly pay

Long-term opportunities

Free CPD and training

Dedicated consultant support

Access to local school opportunities

Development in education

Job summary

Milk Education are recruiting a SEN Classroom Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Cramlington from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and wants to make a genuine difference to their learning and development.

You'll work closely with the class teacher and wider support team to provide tailored support, helping pupils engage with learning, build confidence and develop their independence.

Qualifications

• Experienced working with children or young people with SEND.
• Patient, caring and empathetic.
• Confident building positive relationships with pupils.
• Able to adapt their approach to meet individual needs.
• Reliable and proactive.
• Comfortable working as part of a wider school team.
• Experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH or communication needs would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support pupils to access the curriculum and engage in classroom activities.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with children.
• Support pupils with their communication, social development and independence.
• Assist with targeted interventions and learning activities.
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider school team.
• Help maintain a calm, inclusive and supportive classroom environment.

Skills

SEND experience

Patience

Empathy

Relationship-building

Adaptability

Teamwork

Job description

SEN Classroom Assistant - Primary School | Cramlington

Milk Education are recruiting for a SEN Classroom Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Cramlington from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and wants to make a genuine difference to their learning and development.

You'll work closely with the class teacher and wider support team to provide tailored support, helping pupils engage with learning, build confidence and develop their independence.

The Role

As a SEN Classroom Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs
• Support pupils to access the curriculum and engage in classroom activities
• Build positive and trusting relationships with children
• Support pupils with their communication, social development and independence
• Assist with targeted interventions and learning activities
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider school team
• Help maintain a calm, inclusive and supportive classroom environment

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Experienced working with children or young people with SEND
• Patient, caring and empathetic
• Confident building positive relationships with pupils
• Able to adapt their approach to meet individual needs
• Reliable and proactive
• Comfortable working as part of a wider school team
• Passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning

Experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH or communication needs would be advantageous, although we are also keen to hear from candidates with transferable experience.

Why Milk Education?

• Competitive daily rates
• Weekly pay
• Long-term and permanent opportunities
• FREE CPD and training
• Dedicated consultant support
• Access to a wide range of local school opportunities
• The opportunity to develop your experience within education

Role Details

Location: Cramlington
Setting: Primary School
Role: SEN Classroom Assistant
Start: September 2026
Hours: Full-time

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