SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Oldham
Daily Rate: £107.71 - £115
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term
Milk Education is recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school setting in Oldham. This position is an ongoing, full-time role starting immediately, with temp-to-perm routes available for the right practitioner.
As an SEN Teaching Assistant in Oldham, you will provide tailored day-to-day classroom support to students with additional learning needs. The school in Oldham places strong emphasis on structured pastoral care, calm routines, and practical interventions to help every young person stay engaged in their education. If you bring prior experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant, learning mentor, or youth worker, this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Oldham offers a stable environment where you can establish consistency and build meaningful rapport.
What you'll do:
- Support students with diverse special educational needs on a 1:1 basis and across small groups in Oldham.
- Work directly alongside subject teachers to adapt lesson resources, clarify instructions, and differentiate classroom materials.
- Implement structured individual education plans (EHCP targets) and monitor daily progress.
- Use calm, proactive de-escalation strategies to keep learners regulated and focused on task.
- Maintain clear daily handover notes and liaise with the school SENDCo regarding progress or safeguarding matters.
What we’re looking for:
- Practical experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant, support worker, or classroom assistant within a secondary setting.
- Clear understanding of supporting students with autism spectrum conditions, ADHD, speech and language needs, or moderate learning difficulties.
- Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools, Childcare, or equivalent school-based experience.
- Solid numeracy and literacy skills with a patient, adaptable communication style.
- An enhanced child workforce DBS on the Update Service, or a willingness to complete one via Milk Education.
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SEN Teaching Assistant in Oldham employer: AMA Admin
Milk Education is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for SEND Mentor Assistants. Located in North Liverpool, we prioritise the wellbeing of our educators by offering excellent pay rates, a fast-registration process, and access to professional development opportunities, including free CPD courses. Our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children ensures that you will be part of a purpose-driven team that values your contributions and supports your growth in the education sector.
