KS2 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Year 6 (SEMH & Attachment Needs)

Location: Liverpool (L5)
Start Date: September
Contract Type: Long-term

Milk Education are working in partnership with a warm, inclusive, and high-performing mainstream Primary School in the Liverpool (L5) area to recruit a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a Year 6 pupil on a long-term basis (whole academic year). The role is set to begin in September, with the possibility of a trial day in July or early September.

This is a school that prides itself on being a happy, caring, and nurturing environment, with high expectations for behaviour and achievement.

About the Role:
You will be working on a one-to-one basis with a Year 6 pupil who presents with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs and attachment difficulties. The pupil is currently working at a Lower KS2 academic level, so this role requires someone with empathy, adaptability, and a consistent approach.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide dedicated 1:1 support tailored to the pupil's emotional, behavioural, and academic needs

Build and maintain a trusting relationship with the pupil using a trauma-informed approach

Implement strategies to support emotional regulation and positive behaviour

Assist the pupil in accessing learning across the curriculum, working at a Lower KS2 level

Collaborate with the class teacher and SENCO to adapt lessons and deliver targeted interventions

Support the pupil in preparing for the transition to secondary school

Requirements:

Recent experience supporting pupils with SEMH and attachment needs

Experience working within KS2, ideally in a Year 6 setting

A calm, patient, and resilient approach to behaviour management

Good literacy and numeracy skills

Ability to follow teacher guidance while using initiative to respond to pupil needs

Why Work with Milk Education?

Competitive daily rates of pay

24/7 access to your personal consultant

Free CPD training and support sessions

Access to planning resources and wellbeing support

A people-focused agency with a strong network of trusted schools

Interested?
Click 'Apply Now' or get in touch with Jessica Kayes at:
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