SEN Teaching Assistant — Flexible Hours & CPD Growth

AMA Admin; London Borough of Merton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent rates of pay

Flexible days and hours

Fast track registration

Job summary

Milk Education in Mitcham, South London, is seeking a caring SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs in a specialist school. You will assist in lessons, support individual pupils, encourage communication and independence, and help manage transitions alongside teachers.

The role offers flexible days and hours, comprehensive onboarding, and ongoing support from a dedicated consultant to help you thrive in specialist education.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN is desirable.
• Patient, resilient and flexible.
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Confident following routines and individual support plans.
• A team player with a genuine interest in specialist education.

Responsibilities

• Provide support during lessons, group activities and structured tasks.
• Work individually with pupils where additional guidance is needed.
• Encourage communication, social skills and independence.
• Help pupils manage transitions and changes to their routines.
• Support positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Follow guidance from teachers and the wider support team.

Skills

SEN experience desirable

Patient and resilient

Relationship building

Following routines

Team player

Job description

Milk Education in Mitcham, South London, is seeking a caring SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs in a specialist school. You will assist in lessons, support individual pupils, encourage communication and independence, and help manage transitions alongside teachers.

The role offers flexible days and hours, comprehensive onboarding, and ongoing support from a dedicated consultant to help you thrive in specialist education.