SEND Teaching Assistant

AMA Admin; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education in Gateshead is recruiting a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school on a long-term basis, starting in September. The role offers the opportunity to progress to a permanent position for the right candidate, with ongoing training and support.

You will provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with autism, ADHD, SEMH and communication needs, work alongside teachers and therapists, and help create a calm, inclusive learning environment where every pupil can thrive.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people within a school, care, youth work, or support setting.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and communication needs to access learning and achieve individual targets.
• Building positive, trusting relationships that encourage confidence, emotional wellbeing, and independence.
• Working alongside teachers and therapists to implement personalised learning and behaviour support strategies.
• Adapting learning resources and activities to meet individual needs.
• Supporting pupils during lessons, social times, and transitions throughout the school day.
• Promoting a calm, safe, and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.
• Recording pupil progress and providing feedback to teaching staff where required.

Skills

Experience with children

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant - Gateshead

Milk Education is more than a supply partner - we're a community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support.

We're currently recruiting for a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in Gateshead on a long-term basis, starting in September. This role offers the opportunity to progress to a permanent position for the right candidate.

You'll be joining a supportive, nurturing, and inclusive school that is committed to helping every pupil achieve their full potential. The school supports children and young people with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, moderate learning difficulties, SEMH, and communication differences. Staff work collaboratively to provide a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment where every pupil feels valued and supported.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Teaching Assistants, graduates, or individuals looking to build a long-term career within SEND, Educational Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Speech & Language Therapy, or Teaching.

Your Main Responsibilities Will Include:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and communication needs to access learning and achieve individual targets.
• Building positive, trusting relationships that encourage confidence, emotional wellbeing, and independence.
• Working alongside teachers and therapists to implement personalised learning and behaviour support strategies.
• Adapting learning resources and activities to meet individual needs.
• Supporting pupils during lessons, social times, and transitions throughout the school day.
• Promoting a calm, safe, and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.
• Recording pupil progress and providing feedback to teaching staff where required.

Requirements & Skills:

• Experience working with children or young people within a school, care, youth work, or support setting.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.