SEND Teaching Assistants

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

APSCo Compliance+ accreditation

Flexible days and hours

Milk Academy CPD access

Free PSHE resources

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting for SEND Teaching Assistants to support primary schools across Leeds and Wakefield. In this role you will work 1-2-1 with children with autism/ADHD, supporting their learning and keeping tasks focused and engaging.

You will prepare resources, foster a patient and nurturing environment, and collaborate with teachers on planning and differentiation. Full-time positions with flexible hours and strong development opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Must have recent/relevant experience working with children and young people within the past two years.
• Must possess good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Must have Level 3 qualification.
• Must be reliable and punctual.
• Must have the ability to work under the guidance of the teacher.

Responsibilities

• Promote inclusion and acceptance of all children
• Support children consistently whilst responding to their individual needs
• Work with the teacher in lesson planning, evaluating and adjusting lessons/plans as appropriate
• Deliver catch-up sessions

Skills

Experience with children

Reliable and punctual

Numeracy and literacy

Ability to work under guidance

Patient and nurturing

Education

Level 3 qualification

Job description

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 SEND teaching assistants to work across primary schools in Leeds and Wakefield.

SEND Teaching Assistant

Schools are seeking full-time SEND Teaching Assistants to work 1-2-1 with children with autism/ADHD and learning needs.

Schools look for individuals who are patient, nurturing, and accommodating to the childrens learning needs.

As a SEND Teaching Assistant the role will involve keeping the child on task and ensuring that the work they are doing is being done to a good standard. You will be responsible for getting resources ready for the day and ensuring the child's needs are being met. In a SEND Teaching Assistant role, you will provide a patient and nurturing learning environment for the child.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Promote inclusion and acceptance of all children
• Support children consistently whilst responding to their individual needs
• Work with the teacher in lesson planning, evaluating and adjusting lessons/plans as appropriate
• Deliver catch-up sessions

Requirements or Skills:

• Must have recent/relevant experience working with children and young people, within the past two years
• Must have a passion for education
• Must possess good numeracy and literacy skills
• Must have the ability to work under the guidance of the teacher
• Must be reliable and punctual
• MUST have Level 3 qualification

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.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• 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 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 Educa