Graduate - Learning Support Assistant

AMA Admin; Houghton-le-Spring; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Compliance+ accreditation

Flexible hours

Culture fit placements

CPD courses

PSHE resources

Wellbeing resources

Handover guides

24/7 support

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a Graduate Learning Support Assistant to work in primary schools across the north of Durham. If you have a relevant degree and want to apply it in education, this is a great entry path.

Responsibilities include encouraging independence, providing one-to-one or small group support, and helping pupils engage with lessons. The role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 15:30pm with a daily rate of £107.71. Training and ongoing support are provided.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated in the last 5 years from a transferable degree (psychology, coaching, education, counselling etc).
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm for supporting children's learning.
• Patience and a calm approach to assisting others.
• Level 2/3 childcare qualification or equivalent hands-on experience (preferred).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Recent experience in a school or education setting (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Encouraging independence by helping pupils develop communication and self-management skills.
• Supporting learners by providing one-to-one or small group assistance.
• Inspire children to engage in lessons consistently.
• Maintaining safeguarding and confidentiality, following school policies.

Skills

Positive attitude

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Calm approach

Recent school experience

Education

Graduate degree in education-related field

Level 2/3 childcare qualification

Job description

Graduate - Learning Support Assistant

If you're looking for a role that lets you apply your new Degree to a practical role - this could be the opportunity for you!

We're looking for Graduates who have left University in the last 5 years to support Primary Schools across the north of Durham in Learning Support Assistant roles. Here, no specific qualifications are required - we just ask that your degree is relevant to working in education (coaching, support work, counselling, primary/secondary teaching etc) and that you have had employment that is referenceable in the last 2 years.

Learning Support Assistant - Main Responsibilities:

• Encouraging independence by helping pupils develop communication and self-management skills
• Supporting learners by providing one-to-one or small group assistance
• Inspire children to engage in lessons consistently
• Maintaining safeguarding and confidentiality, following school policies

Learning Support Assistant - Requirements or Skills:

• Must have graduated in the last 5 years from a transferable degree (psychology, coaching, education, counselling etc) (essential)
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm for supporting children's learning
• Patience and a calm approach to assisting others
• A Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare, education or similar - or equivalent hands-on experience (preferred)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Recent experience working in a school or education setting (preferred)

Milk Education is more than a supply partner -we'rea community for educators.

Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support.It's a great role for someone who wants to become a familiar face in schools that values consistency.

Outline of the Role:

• Monday to Friday
• 8:30am - 15:30pm
• £107.71 daily rate

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.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We ar