Educational Support Worker

AMA Admin; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible days/hours

APSCo Compliance+ accreditation

Professional development courses

Supportive consultant

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking an Educational Support Worker to join our child-centred specialist school in Kirkby. You will support pupils with personalised learning, communication and lifeskills, often on a 1:1 basis or in small groups, and assist with personal care where needed.

We value experienced SEND teaching assistants or care backgrounds, with a passion for helping vulnerable children. The role offers flexible hours, APSCo compliant processes, and a supportive consulting team to help you

Qualifications

• Experience as SEND teaching assistant or equivalent.
• Passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people.
• Graduate or care/residential background with an interest in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with personalised learning and lifeskills.
• Work 1:1 or with small groups.
• Assist with personal care where required.
• Create a safe, stimulating learning environment.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation using positive approaches.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and staff.

Skills

SEND experience

Empathy

Team collaboration

Job description

Educational Support Worker

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs? We are seeking dedicated, nurturing and resilient Learning Support Assistants to join our supportive and childcentred specialist school in Kirkby.

We take pride in offering an inclusive, personalised environment where every pupil is encouraged to reach their potential. We celebrate every achievement—whether big or small—and work closely as a team to create meaningful, engaging learning experiences.

The Role

• Support pupils with personalised learning, communication and lifeskills development
• Work 1:1 or with small groups depending on needs
• Assist with personal care routines where required
• Contribute to creating a positive, safe and stimulating learning environment
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour using positive, relationshipbased approaches
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and other support staff

Who We're Looking For:

• Experienced SEND Teaching Assistants
• Support workers from care or residential backgrounds
• Graduates considering a career in teaching, psychology, therapy or SEND
• Candidates with a passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people

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.
• 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, enrichment and 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.

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.