At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with special educational needs to build confidence and independence.
- Company: Join a welcoming specialist provision school in York.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, dedicated support, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Long-term role starting September 2026 with excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEN is a plus, but passion and attitude matter most.
Milk Education is working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive specialist provision school in York that is looking to appoint a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026. This rewarding role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs. You'll play a key role in helping pupils build confidence, develop independence, and achieve their full potential within a structured, nurturing, and inclusive environment.
The Role
- Support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, communication needs, and complex learning difficulties.
- Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to develop learning, confidence, and independence.
- Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and the wider pastoral team to support individual learning plans.
- Support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour management, and social development.
- Encourage independence, resilience, and confidence both inside and outside the classroom.
- Adapt learning activities and support strategies to meet individual pupil needs.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
- Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment where every pupil can thrive.
Requirements
- Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, SEMH, or additional needs in education, care, youth work, or similar settings.
- A calm, patient, and resilient approach.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- The ability to adapt your approach to meet individual pupil needs.
- A genuine passion for supporting children and young people to achieve their potential.
- Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential — we welcome applicants with transferable experience and the right attitude.
Why Choose Milk Education?
- Competitive daily rates of pay.
- September 2026 start with long-term opportunities.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Access to CPD, SEN training, and wellbeing resources.
- Opportunities to develop specialist SEN experience.
- Long-term and permanent opportunities available.
Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE.
SEN Teaching Assistant - September Start 2026 employer: AMA Admin
Milk Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic environment for aspiring Behaviour, Pastoral, or Cover Specialists in Bradford. With a focus on professional development and valuable classroom experience, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students while enjoying consistent hours and a positive school culture. Join us to build your career in education and contribute to a thriving community.
