Teen SEND Support Assistant - 1:1 & Small Groups

AMA Admin; Ashington; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

APSCo Compliance+

Culture-matched placements

5+ CPD courses before placement

Job summary

Milk Education, in partnership with a 5-19 SEND school in Ashington, Northumberland, is seeking a SEND Support Assistant to work with teens with SEND in a specialist environment. Working hours are 8.30am-3.30pm, Monday to Friday, with a September 2026 start.

You will provide dedicated 1:1 and small group support, assist with learners who have autism, ADHD and speech & language needs, and adapt activities to individual needs in a calm, inclusive setting.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in an educational setting is desirable but not essential.
• Solid numeracy and literacy skills.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply.
• Calm, patient and empathetic approach with learners.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 and small group support for students with SEND.
• Support students with autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH and related difficulties.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Build positive relationships to encourage engagement, confidence and resilience.
• Work with SENDCo, teachers and staff to implement personalised strategies.
• Promote a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Numeracy & Literacy

Adaptability

Education

Experience in educational setting

Job description

Milk Education, in partnership with a 5-19 SEND school in Ashington, Northumberland, is seeking a SEND Support Assistant to work with teens with SEND in a specialist environment. Working hours are 8.30am-3.30pm, Monday to Friday, with a September 2026 start.

You will provide dedicated 1:1 and small group support, assist with learners who have autism, ADHD and speech & language needs, and adapt activities to individual needs in a calm, inclusive setting.