Job Description

Teaching Assistant - SEND Specialist School

Location: MorpethPay: £507 - £550 per week (pro rata for part-time)Hours: Monday - Friday | Full-time or Part-time availableStart Date: ASAP

Milk Education is recruiting a caring and dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a specialist SEND school in the Morpeth area. This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a supportive setting where staff focus on helping every child reach their full potential.

The school supports pupils with a range of additional needs including autism, social and emotional needs, and communication difficulties. We are keen to speak with candidates who are passionate about supporting children with SEND and who may be looking for either full-time or part-time work.

The Role - Teaching Assistant

• Support pupils on a one-to-one basis or in small groups
• Assist teachers with delivering tailored lessons and learning activities
• Provide support for pupils with SEND including autism and communication needs
• Help create a calm, supportive, and structured learning environment
• Encourage positive behaviour and support pupils with their social development
• Prepare classroom resources and support daily classroom routines

Essential Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally within SEND or specialist settings
• A patient, nurturing, and resilient approach
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, NVQ, or equivalent) are desirable but not essential

What Milk Education Offers

• Excellent rates of pay
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• Fast-track registration and compliance
• Flexible working options including full-time, part-time, and supply work
• Five-star rated agency with thousands of positive reviews
• Exclusive partnerships with local schools and multi-academy trusts
• Access to our Perks Portal with a wide range of discounts
• Clear progression pathways with over 1,000 free and discounted CPD courses via Milk Academy
• Free Educator Wellbeing eBook and access to our wellbeing hub
• School Preparation Pack
• 24/7 support from your dedicated consultant

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