SEN Teaching Assistant\n\nSpecialist SEND Provision\n\nMilk Education | Tottenham\n\nThe Opportunity\n\nMilk Education is recruiting for a well-established specialist SEND provision in Tottenham supporting pupils with complex learning needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), communication difficulties, sensory processing needs, and physical or medical requirements.\n\nThis setting provides a structured, nurturing environment where pupils receive highly personalised support from a multidisciplinary team. We’re seeking a resilient, committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join the team on a day-to-day, term-time basis, with strong potential for the role to become long-term or permanent.\n\nThe Role\n\nThis is a hands-on SEN role suited to someone confident supporting pupils with a wide range of needs. You’ll work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to deliver individualised learning, communication strategies, and regulation support.\n\nConsistency is key.

The right candidate will be calm, patient, and able to follow structured routines to help pupils feel safe, regulated, and ready to engage in learning.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nProviding 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with complex SEND\n\nUsing visual communication systems including PECS, Makaton, and visual timetables\n\nSupporting sensory regulation through structured breaks, sensory tools, and environmental adjustments\n\nAssisting with personal care, mobility support, and medical routines where required\n\nSupporting adapted learning across:\n\nCommunication and language\n\nSocial and life skills\n\nLiteracy and numeracy\n\nUsing positive behaviour support strategies to manage anxiety, transitions, and emotional regulation\n\nWorking collaboratively with teachers and therapists to follow structured programmes\n\nMaintaining high standards of safeguarding, professionalism, and pupil care at all times\n\nWho This Role Suits\n\nThis setting is ideal for someone who thrives in specialist SEND environments, understands that progress looks different for every child, and finds value in small but meaningful milestones.\n\nBenefits (via Milk Education)\n\nCompetitive daily pay rates\n\nFast-track registration and compliance\n\nFlexible working to suit your availability\n\n5-star rated education agency (3,000+ online reviews)\n\nExclusive partnerships with SEND schools and trusts across London\n\nFree Perks Portal with discounts similar to Blue Light benefits\n\nAccess to 1,000+ CPD courses through Milk Academy\n\nFree PSHE lesson plans, behavioural toolkits, and resources\n\nEducator Wellbeing eBook + wellbeing hub (health, fitness & CPD)\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