Teaching Assistants

Milk Education is more than a supply partner - we're a community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support. We're currently recruiting for 1:1 teaching assistants to work across primary schools in Leeds.

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them achieve their full potential?

We are currently recruiting 1:1 Teaching Assistants to work across a range of primary schools throughout Leeds, supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), behavioural needs and additional learning requirements on a long term basis.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a patient, resilient and nurturing individual who can provide consistent, personalised support and help children feel confident, included and successful at school.

As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support for a child with ASD and/or behavioural needs.
• Support pupils to access learning and participate positively in classroom activities.
• Develop positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Encourage communication, independence, confidence and social development.
• Help children manage emotions and regulate their behaviour using appropriate strategies.
  
  Support pupils when they experience difficulties with transitions, routines or changes.
• Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to implement individual support strategies.
• Maintain a calm, consistent and encouraging approach throughout the school day.
• Support pupils during lessons, break times, lunchtimes and wider school activities where required.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Patient, caring and empathetic.
• Calm and confident when supporting children with challenging or unpredictable behaviour.
• Consistent and able to maintain clear, positive boundaries.
• Passionate about supporting children with SEND.
• Able to build strong relationships while maintaining a professional approach.
• Adaptable and willing to learn about each child's individual needs.
• A strong communicator who can work effectively as part of a wider school team.

Previous experience supporting children with ASD, SEND or behavioural needs is desirable but not essential. Experience in a primary school, specialist setting, care environment or similar role would be advantageous.

Benefits:

• 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 pers