Autism Learning Support

AMA Admin; North East; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

APSCo Compliance+ compliant

Flexible days and hours

Culture-matched placements

CPD courses included

Free PSHE resources

Educator wellbeing resources

School prep pack

Job summary

Milk Education is hiring an Autism Support Mentor for a Primary School in North Durham. You will provide tailored one-to-one and small-group support to pupils, helping bridge learning gaps and promote an inclusive classroom environment. The role supports wellbeing and community values within the school.

We value experience in education, a child-focused approach, and relevant childcare qualifications. Milk Education offers flexible scheduling, fast-tracked compliance, and ongoing CPD

Qualifications

• Passion for working with children.
• Understanding of additional needs and how to support them.
• Recent experience in a school or education setting (preferred).
• Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare, education or similar — or equivalent hands-on experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support tailored to pupils' individual learning needs.
• Fostering an inclusive and supportive classroom environment where every pupil feels valued, respected, and included.
• Assisting with the delivery of targeted intervention and catch-up sessions to help pupils bridge learning gaps.

Skills

Child-focused

Understanding of SEND

School/education experience

Childcare qualifications (L2/L3)

Education

Level 2/3 childcare or education qualification

Job description

Autism Support Mentor

We'recurrently hiring for an Autism Support Mentor to join a Primary Schoolbased inNorth Durham. You'llbe joininga welcoming school that puts wellbeing and community at thecenterof everything they do.

Main Responsibilities:

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support tailored to pupils' individual learning needs
• Fostering an inclusive and supportive classroom environment where every pupil feels valued, respected, and included
• Assisting with the delivery of targeted intervention and catch-up sessions to help pupils bridge learning gaps

Requirements or Skills:

• Passion for working with children
• Understanding of additional needs and how to support them
• Recent experience working in a school or education setting (preferred)
• A Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare, education or similar — or equivalent hands-on experience (preferred)

Benefits of working with Milk Education:

• 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,enrichmentand 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 personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ensure your journey is personal.

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Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

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