Sen Teaching Assistant

AMA Admin; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily rate paid weekly

APSCo Compliance onboarding

Milk Academy CPD courses

Dedicated recruitment consultant

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school in Rochdale. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with complex needs including ASC, ADHD, and SEMH, while working closely with the school SENCo to implement EHCP targets.

The role offers a full-time, long-term contract with a daily rate of £107.71–£115. You will benefit from APSCo-compliant onboarding, ongoing Milk Academy CPD, and a supportive recruitment consultant.

Qualifications

• Level 2/3 TA qualifications or equivalent experience.
• Direct experience supporting pupils with Autism, SEMH or complex needs.
• Calm, empathetic approach and strong de-escalation skills.
• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to secondary students with SEND and EHCP targets.
• Apply de-escalation techniques and sensory breaks for emotional regulation.
• Adapt numeracy and literacy resources in collaboration with the class teacher.
• Promote pupil independence, social skills and engagement during lessons.

Skills

Level 2 TA Qualification

Level 3 TA Qualification

Youth Work Qualification

SEND Experience

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Youth Work Qualification

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Rochdale

Daily Rate: £107.71 - £115

Contract: Full-time, Long-term

About the Role:

Milk Education is looking for a caring and patient SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school in Rochdale. As a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with complex needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, and SEMH. Our partner provision in Rochdale focuses on inclusive education, sensory support, and tailored academic interventions. This SEND Teaching Assistant position is ideal for someone who excels at building 1:1 trust with vulnerable young people in Rochdale. Working as a SEND Teaching Assistant in Rochdale, you will collaborate closely with the school SENCo to implement individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Join our team in Rochdale and make a real difference to student wellbeing.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to secondary students with identified SEND and EHCP targets.

• Implementing de-escalation techniques and sensory breaks to support emotional regulation.

• Adapting classroom resources in numeracy and literacy alongside the class teacher.

• Promoting pupil independence, social skills, and positive engagement during lesson time.

Requirements or Skills:

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, youth work qualification, or equivalent experience.

• Direct experience supporting children or teenagers with Autism, SEMH, or complex learning needs.

• Calm, empathetic approach under pressure with strong de-escalation skills.

• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service.

Benefits:

• Daily rate of £107.71 - £115 per day with weekly payroll.

• Fast, supportive compliance onboarding adhering to APSCo Compliance+ standards.

• Regular contact with your dedicated recruitment consultant.

• Access to accredited Milk Academy CPD courses including Autism Awareness and