Teaching Assistant in Sale

Job description

Milk Education are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join one of our welcoming partner schools in the Trafford area. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), supporting them to reach their full potential both academically and personally.

As a Special Needs TA, you’ll be working closely with teachers and other support staff to provide one-to-one or small group assistance to pupils with additional needs such as Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or social and emotional challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils with a range of special educational needs.
• Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering differentiated lessons.
• Encourage positive learning behaviours and help pupils develop social and emotional skills.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teachers and parents.
• Support pupils with personal care needs (if required).
• Create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment.

✅ Requirements

• Previous experience working with children with SEN (in a school or care setting).
• A patient, caring and empathetic nature.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A valid DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).

Why Work with Milk Education?

• Dedicated consultant to support you every step of the way.
• Free CPD opportunities and access to SEN-specific training.
• Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions.
• 24/7 support and guidance from our friendly team.

Apply Today!

If you are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and want to work with a supportive education agency that truly values its staff — we’d love to hear from you!

To apply, please send your CV to jamie.tickle@milk-education.co.uk

Or call us on 0161 327 0001 for a friendly chat about the role.

Join Milk Education and help us make a positive difference — one child at a time.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Sale

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

25-11-2025

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English