SEN Teaching Assistant - September

AMA Admin; Blyth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Temp-to-perm path

Flexible hours

CPD courses

Wellbeing resources

Support from consultant

Job summary

Milk Education are working with an exceptional SEN school in Newcastle seeking full-time SEND Teaching Assistants to support children with Autism and Complex Needs. This is a full-time, temp-to-perm role starting September 2026.

You will join a welcoming, inclusive team with a strong emphasis on wellbeing and community. The role offers CPD opportunities, flexible days, and a clear path towards permanent placement within a supportive network.

Qualifications

• Recent/relevant experience working with children and young people in the last two years.
• Passion for education and a positive attitude.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Ability to work under the guidance of the teacher.
• Reliable, punctual and committed to safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Promote inclusion and acceptance of all children.
• Support children consistently whilst responding to individual needs.
• Work with the teacher in lesson planning, evaluating and adjusting lessons/plans.
• Deliver catch-up sessions.

Skills

Recent experience with children

Passion for education

Numeracy skills

Literacy skills

Reliability & punctuality

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant - September

Milk Education are working with an exceptional SEN school in Newcastle that are seeking full-time SEND Teaching Assistants to work with children that have Autism and Complex Needs. This is a full‑time, temp‑to‑perm opportunity for September 2026.

This is a great opportunity for a new or experienced educator to become a familiar face in a school where staffing, culture and community go hand in hand.

You'll be joining a supportive, inclusive school that puts wellbeing and community at the centre of everything they do. It's a good fit for someone who wants to become a familiar face in a school that values consistency.

Teaching Assistant – Role & Responsibilities

• Promote inclusion and acceptance of all children
• Support children consistently whilst responding to their individual needs
• Work with the teacher in lesson planning, evaluating and adjusting lessons/plans as appropriate
• Deliver catch‑up sessions

Teaching Assistant Level – Non‑negotiables

• Must have recent/relevant experience working with children and young people, within the past two years
• Must have a passion for education
• Must possess good numeracy and literacy skills
• Must have the ability to work under the guidance of the teacher
• Must be reliable and punctual

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 PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
• 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 walk in ready on day one.
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ensure your journey is personal.

Interested? Click 'Apply Now' or drop me a message — happy to chat through the details.

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

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