SEND Learning Support Assistant — 1:1 & Small Groups

AMA Admin; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term opportunities across North/E

Competitive daily pay

Dedicated consultant

Free CPD and training

APSCo Compliance+ compliant safer-recr

Job summary

Milk Education is working with welcoming mainstream primary schools and specialist SEND provisions across Washington, and we're looking for passionate, experienced SEND professionals to join their teams on a long-term basis from October 2026.

We’re seeking a SEND Learning Support Assistant to provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils access learning, develop independence and build confidence in a calm, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Recent, hands-on experience supporting children with SEND, ideally within a school or specialist provision.
• Experience supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, sensory needs or SEMH.
• Understanding of individualized support, emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.
• Patience, resilience and flexibility to respond to different needs and situations.

Responsibilities

• Providing tailored 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with additional needs, helping them access learning and develop independence.
• Supporting children with autism, ADHD, sensory needs, communication difficulties and complex learning needs.
• Building positive, trusting relationships that encourage engagement, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, sensory processing and positive behaviour strategies.
• Adapting activities and approaches to meet individual learning needs, following EHCP targets and personalised support plans where appropriate.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and wider support teams to deliver consistent, effective support.
• Creating a calm, safe and inclusive environment where every child has the opportunity to thrive.

Skills

SEND experience

1:1 support

Small-group support

Relationship building

Job description

Milk Education is working with welcoming mainstream primary schools and specialist SEND provisions across Washington, and we're looking for passionate, experienced SEND professionals to join their teams on a long-term basis from October 2026.

We’re seeking a SEND Learning Support Assistant to provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils access learning, develop independence and build confidence in a calm, inclusive environment.