Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (Primary) – WF Postcodes
Location: Primary Schools across WF postcodes (Wakefield & surrounding areas)
Pay: Competitive daily rates (dependent on experience & qualifications)
Contract: Long-term, short-term & day-to-day opportunities available
Agency: Milk Education
About the Role
Milk Education is working closely with a wide range of Primary Schools across the WF postcode areas to recruit dedicated and compassionate Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants.
We are looking for individuals who are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them achieve their full potential in inclusive learning environments. Roles may involve 1:1 support, small group interventions, or classroom-based SEN support.
Key Responsibilities
* Support pupils with Special Educational Needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech & language difficulties, and learning disabilities
* Work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to implement tailored support strategies
* Assist with personal, social, and emotional development
* Promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning
* Adapt learning resources to meet individual pupil needs
Essential Teaching Assistant Qualifications / Experience
* Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
* CACHE Level 2/3 Supporting Teaching and Learning
* NVQ Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning
* Relevant experience supporting children in a Primary School setting
* Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection
Desirable SEN Qualifications & Experience
* Level 2/3 SEN Teaching Assistant qualification
* CACHE Level 2/3 Supporting Children with Special Educational Needs
* Team Teach, MAPA or equivalent behaviour management training
* Experience supporting pupils with:
* Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
* ADHD
* SEMH
* Speech & Language needs
* Global Developmental Delay
* Makaton, PECS or other communication-based training
Why Work with Milk Education?
* Access to a wide range of WF postcode Primary Schools
* Ongoing CPD and SEN-specific training opportunities
* Dedicated consultant support
* Flexible working to suit your availability
* Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements