Special Needs Classroom Assistant

AMA Admin; Camberley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Fast-track compliance

Flexible hours

Culture-fit placements

Milk Academy training

PSHE lesson plans

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join a Specialist SEND School in Camberley on a long or short-term basis, with temp-to-perm options. You will support students with various needs, contribute to personalised learning, and work closely with teaching staff to create an inclusive, supportive environment.

Ideal candidates will have relevant experience, strong numeracy and literacy, and a collaborative, patient approach. DBS update service or willingness to obtain one is required.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in a school or education setting desirable.
• Experience supporting children with additional needs such as Autism, SEMH, ADHD or learning difficulties desirable.
• Solid numeracy and literacy skills.
• Enhanced DBS on update service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students one-to-one and in small groups to respond to SEND needs.
• Deliver personalised learning activities and interventions for academic, social and emotional development.
• Adapt lessons/resources with teachers to meet diverse learning needs.
• Promote a calm, inclusive learning environment where every student feels safe and valued.
• Support students with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.

Skills

Numeracy skills

Literacy skills

Patience & empathy

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Level 2/3 qualification in childcare/education/health & social care

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 a Teaching Assistant to join a Specialist SEND School in Camberleyon a long or short-term basis starting in September. This role is temporary/permanent/temp-to-perm.

You'll be joining a supportive, specialist setting dedicated to helping young people with a range of additional needs, including Autism, SEMH, Moderate Learning Difficulties and communication needs. The school is committed to inclusion and individualised learning, ensuring every student is supported to reach their full potential in a safe and nurturing environment.

This is a great opportunity for a new or experienced educator to become a familiar face in a school where positive relationships, consistency and personalised support make a real difference every day.

You'll be joining a caring, experienced team that places wellbeing, inclusion and student progress at the heart of everything they do. It's an excellent fit for someone who is patient, adaptable and passionate about supporting young people with additional needs to succeed.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Supporting students on a one-to-one basis and in small groups, responding to their individual SEND needs.
• Helping to deliver personalised learning activities and interventions to support academic, social and emotional development.
• Working alongside teachers and other professionals to adapt lessons and resources to meet a range of learning needs.
• Promoting a calm, accepting and inclusive learning environment where every student feels safe, valued and encouraged to achieve their goals.
• Supporting students with emotional regulation, communication and positive behaviour strategies where required.

Requirements or Skills:

• Recent experience working in a school, SEND setting or education environment is desirable
• Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs such as Autism, SEMH, ADHD or learning difficulties is desirable.
• Solid numeracy and literacy skills.
• A Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare, education, health and social care or similar — or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Comfortable taking direction from teaching staff and working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A patient, resilient and empathetic approach to supporting young people with diverse learning needs.
• An enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one.

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 resource