SEN Teaching Assistant – Durham

Milk Education is working with a number of welcoming and supportive Primary Schools across Durham and the surrounding areas and is looking to recruit caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to join schools from September 2026.

Whether you’re an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant (LSA), SEND Teaching Assistant, or have recent experience supporting children with additional learning needs, we’d love to hear from you. We have a range of long-term, full-time opportunities available, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

You’ll play a vital role in supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping to remove barriers to learning while creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every child can reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Support children with Autism (ASC), ADHD, Speech and Language needs, SEMH, and other additional learning needs.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement personalised learning plans and EHCP targets.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual pupil needs.
• Promote positive behaviour using consistent behaviour management strategies.
• Encourage pupils’ confidence, independence, and emotional wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, carers, and colleagues.
• Support pupils with classroom routines, learning interventions, and educational activities.
• Assist with personal care where required.
• Follow safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND is desirable.
• Experience working within a Primary School, SEN School, Alternative Provision, Care, Youth Work, or Support Worker setting is advantageous.
• Understanding of Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, Speech and Language needs, and challenging behaviour.
• A patient, caring, and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs to achieve their full potential.

What Milk Education Offers

• Competitive weekly pay of £538.55 – £575.00 per week.
• Opportunities across Durham and the surrounding areas.
• Long-term, full-time opportunities with the potential to become permanent.
• Fast-track registration and compliance process.
• Five-star rated education agency with strong local school partnerships.
• Access to our Perks Portal with discounts and exclusive offers.
• Free and discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy.
• Free PSHE lesson plans and teaching resources.
• Educator wellbeing support and wellbeing hub access.
• School Preparation Pack.
• Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant.

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience, and the requirements of the assignment.

Apply Today

If you’re looking for your next SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity and want to make a real difference in children’s education, we’d love to hear from you.

Bethany Dowell 
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Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and compliance checks in line with the DfE’s Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance and APSCo standards.

Milk Education is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.