SEND Support Assistant

Milk Education; Ashington; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Temp-to-perm routes

APSCo Compliance+ accreditation

Culture-matched placements

5+ CPD courses

Free PSHE lesson plans

Free Educator Wellbeing resources

24/7 consultant support

School Preparation Pack

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting a SEND Support Assistant for a 2-19 SEND school in Ashington to work with children with various needs. The role runs 8.30am-3.30pm, Monday to Friday, starting November 2026, in a specialist educational setting.

You will provide 1:1 and small group support, adapting activities and building positive relationships to help pupils reach their potential. Training and safeguarding are emphasised.

Qualifications

• Solid numeracy and literacy skills emphasized in the role.
• Calm, patient and empathetic approach to supporting pupils.
• Ability to work proactively both independently and in a team.
• Enhanced DBS certificate on the update service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 and small group support for students with diverse SEND needs.
• Support learners with Autism, ADHD, Speech and Language needs and SEMH.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs and promote engagement.
• Build positive relationships to encourage confidence and resilience.
• Collaborate with SENDCo, teachers and staff to implement personalised strategies.
• Promote a calm, safe, inclusive learning environment where all pupils can succeed.

Skills

Numeracy skills

Literacy skills

Calm, patient, empathetic

Teamwork

Education

Enhanced DBS certificate

Job description

SEND Support Assistant

Location: Ashington, Northumberland

Working hours: 8.30am-3.30pm Monday to Friday

Start date: November 2026

Milk Education working in partnership with a 2-19 SEND school seeking a new SEND Support Assistant to work with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) within a specialist environment.

This school's aim is to combine academic rigour with unwavering pupil wellbeing - fostering a safe, inclusive environment where every single pupil feels seen, supported and challenged to reach their full potential.

SEND Support Assistant Key Responsibilities:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 and small group support for students a with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
• Supporting young people with Autism, ADHD, Speech and Language, SEMH, and a range of other learning difficulties
• Adapting learning activities to meet the individual needs of the students
• Building positive relationships with students that encourage engagement, confidence and resilience
• Working alongside the SENDCo, teachers and wider staff team to implement personalised learning and support strategies
• Promoting a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment where every student feels able to succeed

SEND Support Assistant Person Specification:

• Recent experience working in an educational setting is desirable but not essential
• Experienced Support Workers who are open to working with children would also fit this role perfectly due to the needs of the students
• Solid numeracy and literacy skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning to reach their full potential
• A calm, patient and empathetic approach, with the ability to adapt to the individual needs of each student
• Ability to work proactively, both independently and as part of a team
• An Enhanced DBS certificate on the update service (or willingness to apply)

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
• 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 the 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

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.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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