SEN Teaching Assistant – Secondary School

📍 Swinton
💰 Up to £115 per day | Full-Time | Long-Term & Temp-to-Perm Opportunities

About Us

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We are currently recruiting for an SEN Teaching Assistant in Swinton to join a welcoming secondary school on a long-term or temp-to-perm basis. This SEN Teaching Assistant job in Swinton is ideal for experienced Teaching Assistants, aspiring teachers, psychology graduates, youth workers, or support workers who are passionate about helping young people with additional needs succeed.

You'll be joining a supportive and inclusive secondary school in Swinton that places a strong emphasis on inclusion, student wellbeing, and ensuring every learner receives the support they need to achieve their potential. This is a fantastic opportunity to become a valued member of the school's SEND team and establish yourself within a welcoming school community.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups, responding to their individual learning needs
• Working with students with Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties, and other additional needs
• Helping deliver intervention and catch-up sessions to close learning gaps
• Working alongside the class teacher to adapt learning resources and provide classroom support
• Promoting an accepting and inclusive classroom where every student feels safe, supported, and able to succeed
• Encouraging positive behaviour, engagement, and independence throughout the school day

Requirements or Skills

• Recent experience working in a school or education setting is desirable
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN, SEMH, Autism or additional learning needs is advantageous
• Solid numeracy and literacy skills
• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Education, Supporting Teaching & Learning, or equivalent hands-on experience
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach
• Comfortable taking direction from the class teacher and working as part of a collaborative SEND team

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.

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.

Interested?

Click 'Apply Now' to apply for this SEN Teaching Assistant job in Swinton, or contact Cameron at Milk Education for more information.

📞 0161 327 0001
📧 Cameron.stewart@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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