Sen Teaching Assistant

AMA Admin; Epsom; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent rates of pay

Fast track compliance

Flexible days and hours

Job summary

Milk Education are recruiting for a caring and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist school in Epsom. This is an opportunity to support pupils with additional needs, helping them access learning and develop important communication, social and independence skills.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils follow routines, and working closely with teachers to meet individual needs. A patient, calm and adaptable approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people is desirable.
• Experience working with SEN, autism or learning disabilities would be beneficial.
• Patient, calm and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of special educational needs.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support during lessons and activities.
• Help pupils follow routines and participate in classroom learning.
• Encourage communication, social interaction and independence.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Work closely with teachers and the wider school team to meet individual needs.

Skills

Experience with SEN

Patience

Adaptable

Relationship building

Follow support plans

Reliability

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist School - Epsom

Location: Epsom, Surrey
Pay: £105-£125 per day
Start Date: November 2026
Contract: Full-time, long-term

Milk Education are recruiting for a caring and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist school in Epsom. This is an opportunity to support pupils with additional needs, helping them access learning and develop important communication, social and independence skills.

The Role

• Support pupils with a range of special educational needs.

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support during lessons and activities.

• Help pupils follow routines and participate in classroom learning.

• Encourage communication, social interaction and independence.

• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.

• Work closely with teachers and the wider school team to meet individual needs.

About You

• Previous experience supporting children or young people is desirable.

• Experience working with SEN, autism or learning disabilities would be beneficial.

• Patient, calm and adaptable.

• Confident building positive relationships with pupils.

• Able to follow guidance and individual support plans.

• Reliable and passionate about helping children reach their potential.

Experience in a specialist school, care setting or youth support role would be an advantage.

Why Join Milk Education?

Benefits to YOU:

• Excellent rates of pay!

• Speedy registration process & fast track compliance.

• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.

• 5-Star rated with over 3000 reviews across Google & Facebook!

• Exclusive school & trust partnerships.

• Access to our FREE Perks Portal, where you'll find exclusive access to a range of discounts - our very own version of the Blue Light Card

• Follow your progress pathway with access to 1000+ accredited, discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy!

• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.

• FREE Educator Wellbeing eBook and access to our wellbeing hub, featuring CPD courses and health & fitness modules!

• School Preparation Pack - be ready for your school placements!

• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone.

• We partner with the amazing Make Life Kind Charity and their inspiring school speakers, who educate young people about social, safety, and stigmatised topics.

• We're located across England & North Wales with a network of 9 offices!

• Join the UK's only eco-friendly education supply agency!

• Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines.