SEN Teaching Assistant – Ideal for Aspiring Art Therapists\n\nMilk Education | Tottenham | On-site\n\nMilk Education is working in partnership with a specialist SEND provision in Tottenham supporting pupils with complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), communication differences, sensory processing challenges, and physical or medical requirements.\n\nThe school offers a structured, therapeutic environment where pupils receive highly personalised support from teachers, therapists, and specialist staff—making this an excellent setting for anyone planning a future career in Art Therapy or other creative therapeutic professions.\n\nAbout the Role\n\nAs an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a hands-on role supporting pupils’ emotional regulation, communication, sensory needs, and self-expression. You’ll work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to help pupils engage in learning through structured routines, creative approaches, and therapeutic strategies.\n\nThis role provides valuable exposure to the types of emotional, behavioural, and sensory needs commonly supported within art therapy practice.\n\nThe position begins on a day-to-day, term-time basis, with the opportunity to progress into a long-term or permanent role.\n\nWhy This Role Is Ideal for Aspiring Art Therapists\n\nGain first-hand experience supporting emotional expression and regulation\n\nObserve how creative, sensory, and therapeutic approaches support learning and wellbeing\n\nDevelop understanding of trauma-informed and low-arousal practice\n\nBuild skills supporting pupils with communication barriers and emotional needs\n\nLearn how structured routines and environments support psychological safety\n\nStrengthen applications for Art Therapy Master’s programmes with relevant, hands-on experience\n\nWork alongside a multidisciplinary team, gaining insight into therapeutic practice within education\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nSupporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups across a range of complex SEND needs\n\nSupporting emotional regulation using creative, sensory, and structured approaches\n\nAssisting with activities that encourage self-expression, communication, and engagement\n\nUsing visual systems such as PECS, Makaton, visual schedules, and task breakdowns\n\nSupporting sensory needs through movement breaks, sensory tools, and calm environments\n\nAssisting with personal care, mobility support, or medical routines when required\n\nSupporting transitions and emotional wellbeing using positive behaviour strategies\n\nWorking collaboratively with teachers and therapists to follow structured programmes\n\nMaintaining high standards of safeguarding, professionalism, and pupil care\n\nBenefits (via Milk Education)\n\nExcellent daily pay\n\nFast-track registration and compliance\n\nFlexible working to suit your availability\n\n5-star rated education agency (3,000+ reviews)\n\nExclusive partnerships with SEND schools across London\n\nFree Perks Portal with discounts similar to Blue Light benefits\n\nAccess to 1,000+ CPD courses via Milk Academy\n\nFree PSHE lesson plans, creative resources, and behaviour toolkits\n\nEducator Wellbeing eBook + wellbeing hub\n\nSchool Preparation Pack for new placements\n\n24/7 support from your dedicated consultant\n\nAccess to Unbottled lived-experience safeguarding speakers\n\nPart of the UK’s only eco-friendly education supply agency