Are you a Teaching Assistant who wants to make a difference in a SEND school-
Posted 6 hours 25 minutes ago by Milk Education
We are excited to offer fantastic opportunities for Psychology graduates who are looking to gain hands on experience supporting children with a wide range of additional needs. This role is based across a few of our SEND schools in Leeds and provides invaluable experience for graduates looking to pursue a career in Education, mental health, or specialist education.
You will work with pupils who have Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC), Complex Needs, Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Many of these children may struggle with communication, sensory processing, emotional regulation, attachment, or early life trauma-making relational, predictable, and nurturing support essential.
Your role will involve providing thoughtful, structured, and emotionally attuned support that promotes communication, independence, resilience, and positive learning experiences.
Key Responsibilities:- Supporting learners who may have complex needs and who may need medical support, pupils with ASC, and other learning difficulties
- Support children across the autism spectrum-from highly sensory and non verbal learners to academically able students who mask their needs.
- Supporting learners who require additional support with communication, sign language and MAKATON would be ideal
- Promote emotional resilience, communication skills, and social understanding through structured activities and modelling.
- Work closely with teachers and SENCO's
- To support learners in respect of local and national learning strategies, literacy, numeracy, appropriate key stages, early years, as directed by the teacher
- Foster an inclusive, calm, and predictable classroom environment where every child feels valued and understood.
- A degree in Psychology, or a related field (preferred but not essential).
- Experience supporting children or young people with Autism, Complex needs, or SEMH is highly advantageous.
- A genuine passion for child development, educational psychology, and supporting neurodiverse learners.
- Excellent communication, patience, reflective thinking, and the ability to remain calm during challenging situations.
- A proactive and solution focused mindset with a commitment to inclusive practice.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply).
Milk Education is a purpose led agency dedicated to kindness, inclusion, and mental wellbeing. We prioritise the growth and wellbeing of the staff and schools we work with, offering ongoing support and development opportunities.
Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
Benefits to YOU:- Excellent daily pay
- Fast track registration
- Flexible working options
- 5 star agency with 3000+ reviews
- Exclusive school & trust partnerships
- Free Perks Portal access
- 1000+ discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy
- Free PSHE lesson plans & wellbeing resources
- Educator Wellbeing eBook + hub access
- 24/7 consultant support