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
- Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with complex SEN
- Using visual communication systems such as PECS, Makaton, and visual timetables
- Supporting sensory regulation through structured breaks and personalised sensory tools
- Assisting with personal care, mobility, or medical routines when required
- Delivering adapted learning in communication, social skills, literacy, numeracy, and life skills
- Using positive behaviour support strategies to help pupils manage anxiety and transitions
- Working closely with teachers and therapists to follow structured programmes
- Maintaining strong safeguarding practice and professionalism at all times
Benefits via Milk Education
- Strong daily pay rates
- Fast track registration and compliance
- Flexible working to match your availability
- 5 star rated agency with 3,000+ online reviews
- Exclusive partnerships with SEND provisions across London
- Free Perks Portal with nationwide discounts
- Access to 1,000+ discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy
- Free PSHE lesson plans, resources, and behaviour toolkits
- Wellbeing hub + free wellbeing eBook
- School Preparation Pack to support new placements
- 24/7 support from your dedicated consultant
- Access to our Unbottled division-lived experience mental health speakers
- Part of the UK's only eco friendly education supply agency
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