SEN Classroom Assistant: Inspire & Support Young Learners

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible days and hours

Fast track compliance

CPD courses access

Support from dedicated consultant

Exclusive school partnerships

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting a purpose-driven Classroom Assistant to support primary and secondary schools in the Surrey area, focusing on SEN settings. You will assist with lesson prep, manage classroom activities, and provide targeted support to students, helping with literacy, numeracy, behavior, and social-emotional development.

This role offers flexibility through supply work and is suitable for both new and experienced assistants.

Qualifications

• Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, Youth & Community Work, or related fields.
• Non-graduates with relevant experience in youth work, mentoring, or social care are also encouraged to apply.
• A strong interest in working with young people who are at risk of entering the criminal justice system.
• Sincerity is key - what drives you, and why do you want to support some of the most vulnerable children in society.
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach, with the ability to de-escalate challenging situations.
• Experience with vulnerable young people, SEMH, or youth offending is desirable but not essential—full training provided.
• A genuine passion for advocacy, social justice, and rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teachers with lesson prep, managing classroom activities, and providing individual or small-group support to students, focusing on literacy, numeracy, behavior, and social-emotional development.
• Help create a positive learning environment and work with children with special educational needs.
• Sometimes supervise activities outside the classroom and follow provided lesson plans to support teaching.

Education

Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, Youth & Community Work, or related fields

Job description

Milk Education is recruiting a purpose-driven Classroom Assistant to support primary and secondary schools in the Surrey area, focusing on SEN settings. You will assist with lesson prep, manage classroom activities, and provide targeted support to students, helping with literacy, numeracy, behavior, and social-emotional development.

This role offers flexibility through supply work and is suitable for both new and experienced assistants.