SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism Specialist) – Shirley
Start Date: April 2026 | Long-Term Role
Milk Education is recruiting caring and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to join a fantastic autism-specific school in Shirley, providing 1:1 support to pupils on a long-term, permanent basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with autism and additional learning needs, helping them thrive in a positive, structured, and inclusive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide dedicated 1:1 support to pupils with autism, tailoring strategies to meet individual needs.
* Support communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, and daily routines.
* Work closely with teachers and SEN staff to implement personalised learning plans and EHCP targets.
* Promote positive behaviour and engagement, maintaining a calm and nurturing learning space.
Essential Qualifications & Skills:
* Experience supporting children or young people with autism or additional needs, ideally in a 1:1 capacity.
* Excellent communication skills with a patient, empathetic, and caring approach.
* Ability to work effectively under the guidance of teachers and SEN professionals.
* A resilient, proactive, and understanding attitude, sensitive to the needs of pupils on the autism spectrum.
Join us and make a meaningful difference every day within this supportive, autism-focused SEN school in Shirley.
Benefits to YOU:
Excellent rates of pay
Speedy registration process & fast track compliance
Flexible working to suit your schedule
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Exclusive school & trust partnerships
FREE Perks Portal with exclusive discounts
Access to 1000+ accredited CPD courses through Milk Academy
FREE PSHE resources and wellbeing support hub
School Preparation Pack for placements
24/7 support from your personal consultant
Access to our Unbottled division delivering lived-experience speakers
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Why choose Milk Education?
Milk Education is a purpose-driven teaching supply agency, focused on putting educators first. We’re committed to finding high-quality teaching talent and supporting schools across the U.K.
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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