SEND Teaching Assistant

Milk Education is partnering with a well-regarded primary school in Leigh (WN7) to recruit a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant for a full-time, long-term role starting September 2026 and continuing until December 2026.

This temporary SEND Teaching Assistant position involves working across both KS1 and KS2, supporting SEND pupils with a variety of additional needs on a one-to-one basis. You will be given a timetable as to where you will be working in the morning and in the afternoon.

The ideal candidate will be patient, nurturing, and highly adaptable to the individual learning needs of each child. You will play a key role in supporting the pupil’s educational and emotional development within a structured and caring environment.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Provide one-to-one support for KS1 and KS2 pupils with additional needs
• Support children with ASD, ADHD and Complex Needs
• Keep the child engaged and on task throughout the school day
• Prepare daily resources and support learning activities
• Foster a positive, nurturing learning environment
• Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff

Requirements or Skills:

• Experience supporting children with SEND, particularly Autism and Complex Needs
• Patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to supporting the child’s academic and emotional development

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.

Interested? Click ‘Apply Now’ or drop me a message — happy to chat through the details.

Phone: 01942 669 001

Email: Hayley.henry@milk-education.co.uk

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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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