SEN Learning Support Assistant: 1:1 Impact in Primary

AMA Admin; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 24,524 - 26,162; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Perks Portal access

CPD courses via Milk Academy

Educator wellbeing hub

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join welcoming primary schools around Middlesbrough from September 2026.

You will support 1:1 and small groups, work with pupils with ASC, ADHD, SEMH and speech and language needs, collaborate with teachers, adapt activities, and promote positive behaviour while safeguarding learners. A genuine passion for helping children to reach their potential is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils.
• Support children with Autism (ASC), ADHD, Speech and Language needs, SEMH, and other additional learning needs.
• Work closely with the class teacher.
• 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

Experience with children

Communication & teamwork

Autism/ADHD/SEMH understanding

Patient and caring

Relationship building

Job description

Milk Education is recruiting compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join welcoming primary schools around Middlesbrough from September 2026.

You will support 1:1 and small groups, work with pupils with ASC, ADHD, SEMH and speech and language needs, collaborate with teachers, adapt activities, and promote positive behaviour while safeguarding learners. A genuine passion for helping children to reach their potential is essential.