Classroom Support Assistant

AMA Admin; Wallsend; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

APSCo Compliance+ accredited safer-re`

Culture-matched placements

CPD courses included

PSHE lesson plans and resources

Educator Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Milk Education, in partnership with a fantastic primary school in Wallsend, is seeking a confident Classroom Support Assistant to join their staff on a full-time basis starting September 2026. You will cover lessons in the absence of main teaching staff and help keep students engaged.

This role suits graduates, aspiring teachers, experienced teaching assistants, youth workers, sports coaches, tutors, or individuals with experience working with young people who want classroom experience in a

Qualifications

• Recent experience working with young people within the last two years.
• A genuine passion for education and working with children.
• Solid literacy and numeracy skills.
• Strong communication skills and confidence leading groups of students.
• Ability to build positive relationships with both students and staff.
• A professional, reliable and adaptable approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.
• An Enhanced DBS certificate on the update service (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

• Support learning - Help pupils with lessons and activities.
• Support individual needs - Assist children who need extra help.
• Manage behaviour - Encourage positive behaviour and routines.
• Prepare resources - Set up classroom materials and activities.
• Promote independence - Encourage children to work independently.
• Maintain safety - Help keep the classroom safe and organised.
• Supervise pupils - Support children during breaks, lunch and trips.
• Safeguarding - Follow safeguarding and safety procedures.

Skills

Experience with young people

Strong communication skills

Behaviour management

Professional and adaptable

Education

Recent graduate or education background

Job description

Classroom Support Assistant

Location: Wallsend, Newcastle

Working hours: 8.30am-3.45pm Monday to Friday

Start date: September 2026

Milk Education are currently working in partnership with a fantastic Primary school that is seeking a confident and enthusiastic Classroom Support Assistant to join their staff team on a full-time basis.

The role of a Classroom Support Assistant is ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, experienced teaching assistants, youth workers, sports coaches, tutors, or individuals with experience working with young people who are looking to gain valuable classroom experience within a school setting.

As a Classroom Support Assistant, you will cover lessons during the absence of main teaching staff, ensuring students remain engaged, focused, and on task with the work provided. You will be responsible for creating a positive classroom environment, maintaining high expectations of behaviour and supporting student learning.

You will work across a variety of subject areas and year groups, gaining valuable experience within a supportive and welcoming secondary school environment.

Classroom Support Assistant Key Responsibilities

• Support learning - Help pupils with lessons and activities.
• Support individual needs - Assist children who need extra help.
• Manage behaviour - Encourage positive behaviour and routines.
• Prepare resources - Set up classroom materials and activities.
• Promote independence - Encourage children to work independently.
• Maintain safety - Help keep the classroom safe and organised.
• Supervise pupils - Support children during breaks, lunch and trips.
• Safeguarding - Follow safeguarding and safety procedures.

Classroom Support Assistant Person Specification

• Recent experience working with young people within the last two years
• A genuine passion for education and working with children
• Solid literacy and numeracy skills
• Strong communication skills and confidence leading groups of students
• Ability to build positive relationships with both students and staff
• A professional, reliable and adaptable approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people
• An Enhanced DBS certificate on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Benefits

• 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
• 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, enrichment and community initiatives
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through the 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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