Milk Education is recruiting enthusiastic, caring and dedicated Autism Support Workers to work in specialist SEN schools across Sunderland and the surrounding areas, supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs.

We have exciting full-time, long-term opportunities available for individuals who are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

You will be supporting pupils with a variety of needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD), and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The Role

• Providing tailored one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Supporting pupils' communication, emotional regulation, social development and learning.
• Helping to create a safe, positive and nurturing learning environment.
• Supporting teachers with classroom activities and individual learning plans.
• Encouraging pupils to develop independence, confidence and essential life skills.
• Supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour, using appropriate positive behaviour strategies.
• Adapting your approach to meet each child's individual needs.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has experience working with children or young people with SEND, particularly autism, ADHD, PMLD or SEMH.
• Is patient, empathetic, resilient and enthusiastic.
• Can build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Has a calm and flexible approach to supporting individual needs and behaviours.
• Is confident working independently and as part of a wider school team.
• Is passionate about helping every child reach their full potential.

Experience in a school, specialist provision, care setting, youth work or a similar support role would be beneficial.

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: 0191 486 2500

Email: ashleigh.beadling@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.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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