Specialist SEND Assistant

AMA Admin; Haydon Bridge; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcoming team

SEND experience

CPD training

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a Specialist SEND Assistant to support pupils with learning, development and wellbeing in a purpose-built school setting. The role involves working closely with teachers, support staff and external providers to help children build confidence and overcome barriers to learning.

Whether you are experienced or starting your career in education, this role offers hands-on SEND experience, CPD training and a supportive team to help you grow professionally.

Qualifications

• Is enthusiastic, caring, and committed to working with young children.
• Has good communication and teamwork skills.
• Shows a genuine passion for building confidence and necessary environment for our most vulnerable learners.
• Is eager to learn and develop in a supportive school environment with experienced education professionals.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Caring

Good communication

Teamwork

Passion for confidence-building

Willing to learn

Job description

Specialist SEND Assistant

Location: Haydon Bridge

Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday

Start Date: September 2026

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them thrive in a purpose built environment?

As a Specialist SEND Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, support staff and other exteral providers to support pupils' learning, development and wellbeing. You will play an important role in helping children to build confidence, overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

Whether you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or looking to begin a rewarding career in education, this could be the role for you.

About You

• Is enthusiastic, caring, and committed to working with young children.
• Has good communication and teamwork skills.
• Shows a genuine passion for building confidence and necessary environment for our most vulnerable learners.
• Is eager to learn and develop in a supportive school environment with experienced education professionals.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work in a school, with a welcoming and supportive team.
• A chance to gain valuable hands-on experience in SEND support.
• CPD training and professional development opportunities.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines.