Learning Support Assistant

Milk Education; Houghton-le-Spring; On-site; GBP 12,915 - 18,450; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

APSCo Compliance+ accreditation

Flexible days and hours

Culture-matched placements

Milk Academy CPD access

Free PSHE resources

Wellbeing resources

Support from personal consultant

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join a North Durham primary school on a long- or short-term basis starting in September. You will support pupils one-to-one and in small groups, help deliver catch-up sessions, and work with the class teacher on lesson planning and resource adaptation.

This role suits both new and experienced educators who value wellbeing, community, and sustained school relationships.

Qualifications

• Recent experience working in a school or education setting.
• Solid numeracy and literacy skills.
• A Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare, education or similar — or equivalent hands-on experience (preferred).
• Comfortable taking direction from the class teacher and working as part of a team.
• Interest in working with children.
• No relocation, lives locally to the North East.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils one-to-one and in small groups, responding to their individual needs.
• Helping deliver catch-up sessions to close learning gaps.
• Working alongside the class teacher on lesson planning and adapting resources.
• Promoting an accepting, inclusive classroom where every student feels they belong.

Skills

Recent school/education experience

Numeracy skills

Literacy skills

Level 2/3 childcare qualification

Team player

Willing to work with children

Local to North East

Education

Level 2/3 childcare or education

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

About Us:

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.We’recurrently recruiting for aLearning Support Assistantto join aPrimary SchoolinNorth Durhamon a long- or short-term basis starting in September.

You’ll be joining aninclusive, modern and supportive school, focused on passion for supporting all learners and nurturing high aspirations. The core values of the school lie in success, respect, responsibility, perseverance and collaboration.

This isa great opportunityfor anew or experiencededucator to become a familiar face in a school where staffing, culture and community go hand in hand.

You’ll be joining asupportive, inclusive school that puts wellbeing and community at thecenterof everything they do.It’sa good fit for someone who wants to become a familiar face in a school that values consistency.

Learning Support Assistant – Main Responsibilities:

• Supporting pupils one-to-one and in small groups, responding to their individual needs
• Helping deliver catch-up sessions to close learning gaps
• Working alongside the class teacher on lesson planning and adapting resources
• Promoting an accepting, inclusive classroom where every student feels they belong

Learning Support Assistant – Requirements or Skills:

• Recent experience working in a school or education setting
• Solid numeracy and literacy skills
• A Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare, education or similar — or equivalent hands-on experience (preferred)
• Comfortable taking direction from the class teacher and working as part of a team
• Interest in working with children
• No relocation, lives locally to the North East

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,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.

Interested? Click ‘Apply Now’ or drop me a message — happy to chat through the details.

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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.

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