SEN Teaching Assistant
SEN Teaching Assistant
SEN Teaching Assistant – Mainstream Primary
Milk Education | St Helens (On-site)
Milk Education is recruiting for a highly respected mainstream primary in the St Helens area. The setting (SEN Base) supports pupils with a range of complex needs, including Autism (ASD), communication difficulties, sensory processing differences, and physical or medical requirements. The environment is structured, nurturing, and supported by a strong multidisciplinary team who tailor learning and care to each child.
We’re looking for a committed, resilient SEN Teaching Assistant who’s comfortable in a hands-on, fast-moving environment. This role is offered on a day-to-day, term-time basis, with the potential to become long-term or permanent for the right person.
What You’ll Be Doing
1. Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with complex SEN
2. Using visual communication systems such as PECS, Makaton, and visual timetables
3. Supporting sensory regulation through structured breaks and personalised sensory tools
4. Assisting with personal care, mobility, or medical routines when required
5. Delivering adapted learning in communication, social skills, literacy, numeracy, and life skills
6. Using positive behaviour support strategies to help pupils manage anxiety and transitions
7. Working closely with teachers and therapists to follow structured programmes
8. Maintaining strong safeguarding practice and professionalism at all times
Benefits via Milk Education
9. Strong daily pay rates
10. Fast-track registration and compliance
11. Flexible working to match your availability
12. 5-star rated agency with 3,000+ online reviews
13. Exclusive partnerships with SEND provisions across London
14. Free Perks Portal with nationwide discounts
15. Access to 1,000+ discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy
16. Free PSHE lesson plans, resources, and behaviour toolkits
17. Wellbeing hub + free wellbeing eBook
18. School Preparation Pack to support new placements
19. 24/7 support from your dedicated consultant
20. Access to our Unbottled division — lived-experience mental health speakers
21. Part of the UK’s only eco-friendly education supply agency
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