SEND Support Assistant

AMA Admin; Blyth; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-perm routes

APSCo compliant

Culture-matched placements

Priority partnership network

Milk Academy CPD

PSHE lesson plans

Educator wellbeing resources

School preparation pack

24/7 consultant support

Job summary

Milk Education is partnered with a 5-19 SEND school in Blyth, Northumberland, seeking a SEND Support Assistant to work with teenagers with SEND in a specialist setting.

You will provide dedicated 1:1 and small group support, help students with Autism, ADHD, Speech and Language needs, and adapt activities to individual learning goals, while working closely with the SENDCo and school staff to promote wellbeing and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational setting is desirable.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND is beneficial.
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills.
• Calm, empathetic approach with the ability to adapt.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

1:1 support

Autism support

Behaviour management

Team collaboration

Job description

SEND Support Assistant

Location: Blyth, Northumberland

Working hours: 8.30am-3.30pm Monday to Friday

Start date: November 2026

Pay rate: £#removed# per week

Milk Education is working in partnership with an 5-19 SEND school seeking a new SEND Support Assistant to work with teenagers with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) within a specialist schooling 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, sexu