SEND & SEMH Teaching Assistant – Autism & SEL Support

AMA Admin; North East; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting SEND & SEMH Teaching Assistants to support pupils across Durham (DH1) and surrounding areas. We welcome experienced TAs or those with SEND/autism experience to apply for short-term and long-term roles in primary settings.

You will support pupils with a range of needs, helping them communicate, gain confidence, and participate in learning. Competitive weekly pay and fast-track compliance are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND or SEMH is desirable.
• Experience with autism, complex needs, learning difficulties, or challenging behaviour is advantageous.
• Experience within a school, SEN provision, education, or care setting is beneficial.
• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant or SEND qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEND and SEMH needs.
• Support children with autism, complex needs, learning difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Build positive, trusting, and consistent relationships with pupils.
• Adapt activities and support strategies to meet individual learning needs.
• Support pupils with communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence, and essential life skills.
• Support pupils to access learning and engage positively within the classroom.
• Follow individual education plans, EHCPs, and relevant support strategies.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals to support pupil progress.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to sensory needs and changes in pupil behaviour.
• Use positive behaviour management strategies to support pupils.
• Support personal care and physical needs where required by the role.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding and professional practice.

Skills

Calm and resilient

Excellent communication

Build positive relationships

Adapt support to individual needs

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant or SEND qualification (Desirable)

Job description

Milk Education is recruiting SEND & SEMH Teaching Assistants to support pupils across Durham (DH1) and surrounding areas. We welcome experienced TAs or those with SEND/autism experience to apply for short-term and long-term roles in primary settings.

You will support pupils with a range of needs, helping them communicate, gain confidence, and participate in learning. Competitive weekly pay and fast-track compliance are offered.