SEN Teaching Assistant - Pontefract

AMA Admin; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible days/hours

Milk Academy access

CPD courses

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Pontefract on a long or short-term basis. The role can be temporary, permanent, or temp-to-perm, with occasional attendance at a satellite site in Wakefield.

You will support pupils aged 11-19 with severe learning difficulties, autism and complex needs, helping with communication, independence and wellbeing in a nurturing, inclusive setting. Experience in education and a patient, proactive approach are valued.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in a school or education setting.
• Solid numeracy and literacy skills.
• Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare, education or similar— or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Comfortable taking direction from the class teacher and working as part of a team.
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND is desirable.
• Team Teach training is desirable, though not essential, with encouragement for managing challenging behaviours.
• A patient, resilient and proactive approach to supporting pupils with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils one-to-one and in small groups, responding to their individual needs.
• Helping deliver interventions and targeted support to close learning gaps and meet EHCP outcomes.
• Working alongside the class teacher on lesson planning and adapting resources to meet students' needs.
• Promoting an accepting, inclusive classroom where every student feels they belong.
• Supporting pupils' communication, social development, and emotional wellbeing throughout the school day.

Skills

Recent school experience

Numeracy skills

Literacy skills

Teamwork

SEND experience

Patience

Education

Level 2/3 childcare or education qualification

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Pontefract

Milk Education

Milk Education is more than a supply partner - we're a community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support.

We're currently recruiting for an SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Pontefract on a long or short-term basis. This role is available on a temporary, permanent, or temp-to-perm basis.

This school also has a satellite site that is located in Wakefield, which you may be required to attend as well.

You’ll be joining an outstanding specialist school that supports young people aged 11-19 with severe learning difficulties, profound and multiple learning difficulties, autism, sensory needs, and complex medical needs. The school is focused on developing independence and communication skills, ensuring every student is equipped with the tools they need to thrive both in school and beyond.

You’ll be joining a welcoming specialist setting that places pupil progress and personal development at the centre of everything they do. It's a good fit for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs and wants to make a lasting difference.

Your Main Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils one-to-one and in small groups, responding to their individual needs.
• Helping deliver interventions and targeted support to close learning gaps and meet EHCP outcomes.
• Working alongside the class teacher on lesson planning and adapting resources to meet students' needs.
• Promoting an accepting, inclusive classroom where every student feels they belong.
• Supporting pupils' communication, social development, and emotional wellbeing throughout the school day.

Requirements or Skills:

• Recent experience working in a school or education setting, any specialist setting.
• Solid numeracy and literacy skills
• Desirable if you hold a Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare, education or similar — or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Comfortable taking direction from the class teacher and working as part of a team.
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND is desirable.
• Team Teach training is desirable, although not essential, and candidates with experience managing and supporting challenging behaviours are encouraged to apply.
• A patient, resilient and proactive approach to supporting pupils with additional needs.

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available.
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance - APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• Culture-matched placements - we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths.
• Priority Partnership school network - access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives.
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy.
• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub - because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact.
• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides - so you wa