SEND Support Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

APSCo Compliance+ accreditation

Culture-matched placements

Priority partnership network

CPD courses and training

PSHE resources

Wellbeing resources

School preparation pack

Job summary

Milk Education, in partnership with a 5-19 SEND school in Cramlington, is seeking a SEND Support Assistant to work with teenagers with SEND in a specialist environment.

You will provide dedicated 1:1 and small group support, adapt learning activities to meet individual needs, and build positive relationships with students. You will collaborate with the SENDCo and staff to implement personalised strategies and promote a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in an educational setting is desirable but not essential.
• Solid numeracy and literacy skills.
• Calm, patient and empathetic approach with ability to adapt to individual needs.
• Enhanced DBS certificate on the update service (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Empathy

Calm demeanor

Teamwork

Job description

SEND Support Assistant

Location: Cramlington, Northumberland

Working hours: 8.30am-3.30pm Monday to Friday

Start date: November 2026

Milk Education 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 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 handov