SEND Learning Support Assistant — Primary Education

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

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistants to join welcoming primary schools in Darlington and surrounding areas from September 2026. You will support pupils with SEND, helping them access learning, build independence, and overcome barriers in a nurturing setting.

Long-term, full-time opportunities may become permanent for the right candidate. You will work closely with teachers and SENCOs, providing one-to-one or small-group support, adapting activities as needed,

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND is desirable.
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or similar role is beneficial.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEND.
• Support pupils to access the primary curriculum and classroom activities.
• Adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual needs.
• Support pupils with communication, social, emotional, and learning needs.
• Implement strategies from EHCPs and individual support plans.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation.

Skills

SEND experience

Communication skills

Patience

Nurturing approach

Inclusive education

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Milk Education is recruiting dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistants to join welcoming primary schools in Darlington and surrounding areas from September 2026. You will support pupils with SEND, helping them access learning, build independence, and overcome barriers in a nurturing setting.

Long-term, full-time opportunities may become permanent for the right candidate. You will work closely with teachers and SENCOs, providing one-to-one or small-group support, adapting activities as needed,