Special Needs Assistant

Special Needs Assistant (1:1 Support)

Location:
Guildford, Surrey

Pay: Day rate - £107.00-£112.00 | Weekly Pay

Contract: Full-time, Part-time & Long-Term Opportunities

Make Every School Day Count

At Milk Education
, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. We re looking for compassionate and dedicated Special Needs Assistants to provide 1:1 support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) across our partner schools.

This is more than just a support role—it s an opportunity to become a trusted adult who makes a lasting impact on a child s confidence, wellbeing, and educational journey.

Whether you re an experienced Teaching Assistant, have worked in care, youth work, coaching, or are looking to begin a rewarding career in education, we d love to hear from you.

The Role

As a 1:1 Special Needs Assistant
, you ll work closely with an individual pupil, providing tailored support to help them engage with learning, build independence, and achieve their personal goals.

You may be supporting pupils with:

• Autism (ASC)
• ADHD
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Moderate or Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Physical or sensory needs

Your Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 classroom support throughout the school day.
• Adapt learning activities to meet the individual needs of your pupil.
• Build positive, trusting relationships that encourage confidence and engagement.
• Support emotional regulation and promote positive behaviour.
• Encourage independence while offering appropriate guidance and reassurance.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and families to support pupil progress.
• Record observations and contribute to pupil reviews where required.
• Champion inclusion, ensuring every child feels valued and supported.

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