Child Development Support Assistant

Milk Education; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Wellbeing support

Training and development

Personal consultant

Referral programme

Career progression

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting a Child Development Support Assistant to join a Gateshead primary school from September. The role focuses on supporting pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development, both one-to-one and in small groups, to help them thrive.

You will work with teachers, SEND and pastoral staff, deliver targeted interventions, monitor progress, and promote inclusive learning. Experience with SEND/SEMH and a caring, proactive approach are essential; safeguarding remains a

Qualifications

• Recent experience working with primary-aged children in educational settings.
• Experience supporting children with SEND/SEMH is desirable.
• Caring, patient and proactive approach to child development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils one-to-one and in small groups to aid academic, social, and emotional development.
• Deliver targeted interventions to build confidence, resilience and independence.
• Collaborate with teachers to adapt activities for individual needs and ensure inclusive learning.
• Promote positive behaviour and safeguarding in line with school policies.

Skills

Primary experience

SEND/SEMH experience

Team player

Job description

Job Title: Child Development Support Assistant

Location:Whickham
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm (Full-time & Part-time opportunities available)
Start: September
Pay: £107.71 per day

Child Development Support Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting children’s development and helping them thrive both inside and outside the classroom? Do you enjoy building positive relationships and making a real difference to pupils who need additional support?

Milk Education is working in partnership with a welcoming primary school in Gateshead to recruit a Child Development Support Assistant to join their dedicated team from September. This rewarding role involves supporting children with their social, emotional, behavioural, and academic development, helping them build confidence, develop key life skills, and achieve their full potential.

Child Development Support Assistant – Key Responsibilities

Child Development & Learning

• Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups to encourage their academic, social, and emotional development.
• Deliver targeted interventions that help pupils build confidence, resilience, and independence.
• Work alongside teachers to adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Encourage participation and engagement across the curriculum.

Pupil Wellbeing

• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Support children in developing emotional regulation, communication, and social skills.
• Promote positive behaviour and provide consistent encouragement.
• Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment where every child can succeed.

Teamwork & Professional Practice

• Work collaboratively with teachers, SEND staff, pastoral teams, and senior leaders.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide regular feedback to teaching staff.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times.
• Contribute positively to the wider school community.

Child Development Support Assistant – Essential Criteria

• Recent experience working with primary-aged children in a school, childcare, or educational setting.
• Experience supporting children with SEND, SEMH, or additional needs is desirable.
• A caring, patient, and proactive approach to supporting children’s development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Must live locally to Gateshead or be able to commute daily—no relocation.

Child Development Support Assistant – Why Work with Milk Education?

Milk Education is an eco-friendly, purpose-driven supply agency with a mission to be the MOST REWARDING agency to work both with and for.

Benefits to YOU:

• Excellent rates of pay.
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Free training and development opportunities.
• 24/7 access to your personal consultant.
• Referral programme.
• Support and guidance if you wish to progress into a permanent role.

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.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.