SEN Teaching Assistant

Milk Education is more than a supply partner — we're a community for educators.

Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs? Whether you have experience in education, care, youth work or support work, this could be the perfect opportunity to make a real difference.

Milk Education is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to support welcoming secondary schools across Gateshead and the surrounding areas, with roles available from September on a term-time basis.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with teachers and SEND teams to provide tailored support for students with a range of additional learning needs. You'll help pupils access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential through one-to-one, small group, and classroom support.

Key Responsibilities

• Support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in the classroom and around the school.
• Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions to support learning and progress.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual student needs.
• Promote engagement, confidence, independence, and positive behaviour.
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Follow school safeguarding, behaviour, and SEND policies at all times.

Who We're Looking For

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Have experience working with children or young people with additional needs, either in schools or transferable settings such as care, youth work, coaching, or support work.
• Are patient, compassionate, and resilient.
• Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Can work effectively as part of a team.
• Are committed to supporting every child to achieve their potential.
• Hold (or are willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

Why Choose Milk Education?

At Milk Education, we believe in matching great educators with schools where they can thrive. You'll receive ongoing support from a dedicated consultant, access to high-quality CPD through Milk Academy, and opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions within our network of partner schools.