SEND Support Worker -School based; Young

SEND Support Worker – School Based (Young People)

Location: Guildford, Surrey

Salary: Day rate – £107.00-£115.00 (dependent on experience)

Contract: Full-time & Part-time Opportunities Available

Inspire. Support. Make a Difference.

This is a fantastic opportunity for compassionate, resilient, and enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

As a SEND Support Worker, you’ll work closely with teachers and school staff to provide tailored support for students with a range of additional needs. Your role will be vital in creating a positive, inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Assisting pupils with autism (ASC), ADHD, learning difficulties, SEMH, speech and language needs, and other additional needs.
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and positive behaviour.
• Supporting students both in the classroom and during wider school activities.
• Working alongside teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to deliver personalised support.
• Building positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Promoting safeguarding and the wellbeing of every young person.

We’re keen to hear from people who have experience in:

• SEND support within schools.
• Youth work.
• Residential childcare.
• Care or support work.
• Mental health support.
• Sports coaching.
• Community or voluntary work with young people.

You’ll also have:

• A caring, patient, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to adapt to individual student needs.
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
• A commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.

• Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available.
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance – APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• Culture-matched placements – we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths.
• Priority Partnership school network – access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives.
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy.
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub – because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact.
• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides – so you walk in ready on day one.
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ensure your journey is personal.

• Experience working with children or young people (preferred but not essential).
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.
• Two professional references covering the last two years.
• The right to work in the UK.

If you’re ready to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with SEND, we’d love to hear from you.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.