SEND Teaching Assistant – Stockport & Tameside | September Opportunities

Location: Stockport & Tameside
Salary: £90 - £105 per day
Contract Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Temporary, Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities
Start Date: September

Milk Education is seeking caring, dedicated and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistants to work across a range of schools in Stockport and Tameside from September.

We're looking to connect with experienced Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants and education professionals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Opportunities are available across both mainstream and specialist settings, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs including autism, communication needs, SEMH and complex learning needs.

With a wide range of opportunities available, we're open to speaking with candidates looking for long-term, short-term, part-time, full-time, temporary or permanent positions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEND
• Support pupils to access learning and participate fully in school life
• Adapt activities and resources to meet individual learning needs
• Promote positive behaviour, confidence and independence
• Build strong and trusting relationships with pupils
• Support pupils with their social, emotional and communication development
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and wider school staff
• Follow individual support plans and contribute to pupil progress
• Create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEND TA or similar
• A caring, patient and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience supporting autism, SEMH or complex needs is desirable
• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable
• Relevant SEND, education, childcare or support qualifications are welcomed
• A genuine passion for helping children reach their potential

Why Work with Milk Education:

• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Full-time, part-time, temporary, long-term and permanent opportunities
• Opportunities across Stockport and Tameside
• Roles available across mainstream and specialist SEND settings
• Flexible working opportunities
• Fast-track registration and compliance
• 5-star rated agency with 3,000+ reviews
• Free access to Milk Academy (1,000+ discounted CPD courses)
• FREE wellbeing resources and school preparation materials
• 24/7 consultant support
• Work with the UK's only eco-friendly education supply agency
• Nationwide network of schools and trusts

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience and the requirements of the assignment.

Click 'Apply For Job' or drop me a message — happy to chat through the details.

Phone: 0161 327 0001
Email: marli.mendes@milk-education.co.uk

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.

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