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Job Posted: 10 hours ago
Salary: £ 101 - 110 / Day
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Pontefract
Expire in: a month
Job Description
SEN Teaching Assistant / Support Worker (Secondary 11–19)
Location: Pontefract
Role: 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant (SEND)
Salary / Rate: £101.40 per day
Join Milk Education as a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant in the Pontefract area!
We’re seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join one of our partner SEN schools, supporting students aged 11–19 with Special Educational Needs (SEN). This is a rewarding opportunity to positively impact young people’s educational and personal development.
About the Role:
As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a key role in supporting students with complex learning, behavioural, and communication needs. Working closely with teaching staff, you’ll help tailor educational experiences that are engaging, inclusive, and supportive.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Supporting students in developing communication, emotional regulation, and independence skills
* Assisting in the delivery of structured lessons and learning activities
* Helping to create a calm, inclusive, and adaptive learning environment
* Supporting teachers with resource preparation and small-group interventions
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide 1:1 support for students with additional learning, behavioural, or sensory needs
* Build positive, trusting relationships with young people aged 11–19
* Follow individual learning and support plans
* Use initiative and adapt strategies to meet students’ varying needs
* Contribute to intervention sessions and classroom planning
* Ensure equal access to learning opportunities for all pupils
* Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCOs, and external agencies
Candidate Requirements:
* Experience supporting students with SEN, ideally in a secondary or post-16 setting
* Strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education
* Confident following school policies and health & safety procedures
* Team player who can also work independently using initiative
* Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills
* Resilient, patient, and enthusiastic with a positive approach
The Milk Education Difference:
* Competitive daily pay rates
* Direct links to schools across Bradford
* Free lesson plans, training, and CPD courses
* Ongoing professional development and support
* Access to video technology to enhance your long-term placement profile
* Dedicated consultant support 24/7
* Commitment to quality, safeguarding, and your career growth
Apply Now:
If you’re ready to take the next step in your SEN support career, we’d love to hear from you!
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