SEND Teaching Assistant - 1:1 & Small Group Support

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

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.