Graduate Learning Support Assistant

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

Job summary

Milk Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic Graduate SEND Learning Support Assistants to support schools across Gateshead, Durham, and the surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates to gain practical experience while making a difference for students with additional needs.

As a Graduate SEND Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff to provide individualised support to students with a range of needs, including autism,

Qualifications

• Hold a degree or be due to graduate.
• Genuine interest in SEND and supporting young people.
• Patient, empathetic and approachable.
• Confident communicating with students and professionals.
• Flexible, reliable and professional.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with SEND.
• Help students access the curriculum and engage with learning.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with students.
• Support students with their confidence, emotional regulation, and wellbeing.
• Encourage independence, resilience, and positive learning behaviours.
• Support students with a range of needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties, and learning needs.
• Work alongside teachers and SENCOs to implement individual support strategies.
• Adapt activities and communication approaches to meet individual student needs.
• Monitor student engagement, behaviour, wellbeing, and progress.
• Provide feedback to teachers and relevant support staff.
• Assist with classroom activities and targeted interventions.
• Support students during transitions, break times, and other activities where required.
• Follow individual support plans, safeguarding procedures, and school policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Patience

Relationship-building

Adaptability

Education

Degree in Sociology

Degree in Education / Education Studies

Degree in Childhood Studies

Job description

Graduate SEND Learning Support Assistant

!Calling all Graduates!

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain valuable hands‑on experience supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs?

Milk Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic Graduate SEND Learning Support Assistants to support schools across Gateshead, Durham, and the surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates looking to build practical experience within education while making a meaningful difference to students with additional needs.

Whether you're considering a career in teaching, educational psychology, SEND, counselling, youth work, or child development, this role will give you valuable experience working directly with young people in a supportive school environment.

The Role

As a Graduate SEND Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and other support staff to provide individualised support to students with a range of additional needs.

You will provide one‑to‑one and small group support, helping students access learning, develop confidence, regulate their emotions, and become more independent. You will gain valuable experience understanding how different needs can impact learning, behaviour, communication, and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with SEND
• Support students to access the curriculum and engage positively with learning
• Build positive, trusting, and professional relationships with students
• Support students with their confidence, emotional regulation, and wellbeing
• Encourage independence, resilience, and positive learning behaviours
• Support students with a range of needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties, and learning needs
• Work alongside teachers and SENCOs to implement individual support strategies
• Adapt activities and communication approaches to meet individual student needs
• Monitor student engagement, behaviour, wellbeing, and progress
• Provide feedback to teachers and relevant support staff
• Assist with classroom activities and targeted interventions
• Support students during transitions, break times, and other activities where required
• Follow individual support plans, safeguarding procedures, and school policies

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking Graduate SEND Learning Support Assistants who:

• Hold a degree or are due to graduate
• Have a genuine interest in SEND and supporting young people
• Are passionate about helping students overcome barriers to learning
• Are patient, empathetic, and approachable
• Can build positive relationships with young people
• Have a calm, consistent, and nurturing approach
• Are confident communicating with students and professionals
• Are enthusiastic about developing their experience within education
• Are flexible, reliable, and professional

What Type of Undergraduate degrees do we look at?

• Sociology
• Education / Education Studies
• Childhood Stu