At a Glance
- Tasks: Support vulnerable young people with SEND and SEMH in a nurturing classroom environment.
- Company: Milk Education, a purpose-driven specialist education provider.
- Benefits: Excellent pay, flexible hours, and access to exclusive discounts and resources.
- Other info: Enjoy 24/7 support from your personal consultant and access to over 1000 CPD courses.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your skills in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND or SEMH is essential; sports coaching or youth leadership is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.
Milk Education are recruiting for a purpose-driven, ambitious SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist education provider local to the school to work on a long-term, full-time basis starting immediately!
You’ll be joining a highly supportive, modern environment focused on changing young lives through holistic education, trauma-informed progress, and tailored support.
This setting caters to vulnerable young people aged 6 to 18 from diverse backgrounds who have encountered a range of adverse childhood experiences or complex social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
This is an exciting role for a resilient, empathetic educator to join a fantastic team dedicated to helping pupils re-engage with education, overcome barriers to learning, and reach their full potential!
What You’ll Be Doing in the Role
- Supporting children with SEND, complex SEMH, and developmental diagnoses in small classroom settings
- Working with teachers to implement individualised learning pathways and education plans (EHCPs)
- Assisting with robust behaviour management, utilizing therapeutic and positive de‑escalation strategies
- Promoting student well‑being, emotional regulation, and vital social and life skills
Essential Qualifications
- Must have recent and relevant experience supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH, or challenging behaviour
- Experience or a strong background in sports coaching, youth leadership, or community engagement is highly desirable
- Must possess good numeracy, literacy, and communication skills
- Must have a calm, reflective, and relationship‑focused approach with the ability to work under the guidance of the class team
Benefits to YOU
• Excellent rates of pay!
- Speedy registration process & fast‑track compliance.
- Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
- Exclusive school & trust partnerships.
- Access to our FREE Perks Portal, where you’ll find exclusive access to a range of discounts – our very own version of the Blue Light Card.
- Follow your progress pathway with access to 1000+ accredited discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy!
- FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
- FREE Educator Wellbeing e Book and access to our wellbeing hub, featuring CPD courses and health & fitness modules!
• School Preparation Pack – be ready for your school placements!
- 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone.
- For more information or to apply, call or email
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 Df E, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines.
Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
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SEN Teaching Assistant in Congleton employer: Milk Education
Milk Education is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of Liverpool. With significant progression pathways, generous incentives, and a supportive environment, we empower our team to thrive in their careers while enjoying a healthy work-life balance with 23 days off annually plus bank holidays.
