Learning Support Assistant

AMA Admin; Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent rates of pay

Speedy registration process & fast-trı

Flexible days and working hours

5-Star ratings on Google/Facebook

Exclusive school & trust partnerships

Perks Portal discounts

Access to 1000+ CPD courses

Free PSHE lesson plans and resources

Educator Wellbeing resources

School Preparation Pack

24/7 support from your consultant

Charity partnerships with Make Life

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a primary school in Surbiton. You will support pupils with classroom tasks and learning activities, deliver individual and small-group sessions, and reinforce learning in English and maths.

The role involves helping pupils understand instructions, encouraging independence and positive behaviour, and working with the class teacher to identify and support needs.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• A patient and encouraging approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to adapt to different classroom situations.
• Reliable, organised and enthusiastic about education.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with classroom tasks and learning activities.
• Deliver individual and small-group support.
• Reinforce learning in English and maths.
• Help pupils understand instructions and complete tasks.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Work with the class teacher to identify and support pupils' needs.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience

Communication

Adaptability

Reliability

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Surbiton

Location: Surbiton, South West London

Pay: £100-£120 per day

Start Date: November 2026

Contract: Full-time, long-term

Milk Education are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a primary school in Surbiton. The school is seeking someone who can provide additional classroom support, help pupils overcome learning barriers and work closely with teachers to support progress.

The Role

• Support pupils with classroom tasks and learning activities.

• Deliver individual and small-group support.

• Reinforce learning in English and maths.

• Help pupils understand instructions and complete tasks.

• Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour.

• Work with the class teacher to identify and support pupils' needs.

About You

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable.

• A patient and encouraging approach.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Able to adapt to different classroom situations.

• Reliable, organised and enthusiastic about education.

Previous school experience would be beneficial, particularly for candidates who have supported primary-aged pupils.

Why Join Milk Education?

Benefits to YOU:

• Excellent rates of pay!

• Speedy registration process & fast track compliance.

• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.

• 5-Star rated with over 3000 reviews across Google & Facebook!

• Exclusive school & trust partnerships.

• Access to our FREE Perks Portal, where you'll find exclusive access to a range of discounts - our very own version of the Blue Light Card

• Follow your progress pathway with access to 1000+ accredited, discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy!

• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.

• FREE Educator Wellbeing eBook and access to our wellbeing hub, featuring CPD courses and health & fitness modules!

• School Preparation Pack - be ready for your school placements!

• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone.

• We partner with the amazing Make Life Kind Charity and their inspiring school speakers, who educate young people about social, safety, and stigmatised topics.

• We're located across England & North Wales with a network of 9 offices!

• Join the UK's only eco-friendly education supply agency!

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines.