Graduate Teaching Assistant – SEN / SEMH Schools
Graduate Teaching Assistant – SEN / SEMH Schools
Location – Dorking, Surrey
Full time & Part-time options available
About Milk Education:
Milk Education is a purpose-driven education agency dedicated to placing graduates into rewarding roles within schools where they can make a real impact. We work closely with SEN and SEMH schools across London, supporting students who need additional guidance to succeed both academically and personally.
The Role:
Are you a recent graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in education? Milk Education is recruiting Graduate Teaching Assistants to work in SEN and SEMH schools, supporting students with additional needs including autism, ADHD, and social, emotional, and mental health challenges.
This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, youth workers, or social workers to build valuable classroom experience while making a genuine difference in young people’s lives.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Support students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups within the classroom
2. Assist the teacher in delivering engaging and accessible lessons
3. Help students stay focused, motivated, and on task
4. Support children with SEN needs such as autism (ASC), ADHD, and SEMH
5. Use behaviour management and de-escalation strategies when required
6. Build positive, trusting relationships with students
7. Support emotional regulation and promote positive behaviour
8. Assist with classroom preparation and resource organisation
9. Monitor and report on student progress and engagement
Who We’re Looking For:
10. Recent graduates (Psychology, Education, Criminology, Sociology, Sports Science, or similar)
11. Passionate about working with children and young people
12. Resilient, patient, and adaptable
13. Strong communication and interpersonal skills
14. Interest in careers such as teaching, educational psychology, or youth work
15. Experience working with young people (desirable but not essential)
Why Join Through Milk Education?
This role is more than just classroom support — it’s a stepping stone into a meaningful career. You’ll gain hands-on experience working with students who require additional support, helping you develop key skills in behaviour management, communication, and pastoral care.
If you’re looking to kickstart your career in education while making a real difference, apply now to join Milk Education as a Graduate Teaching Assistant.
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, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines.
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