Primary School Learning Support Assistant (Temp-to-Perm)

Milk Education; Houghton-le-Spring; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

APSCo Compliance+

Flexible hours

Milk Academy training

PSHE resources

Educator Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant for a Primary School in Houghton-le-Spring. The role is long or short-term, with potential for temporary, permanent or temp-to-perm, starting in September.

You will support pupils academically and pastorally, working with the class teacher and team to help learners overcome barriers, develop confidence and achieve potential in an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Recent experience working in a school, education or youth setting.
• Experience supporting children or young people with learning, wellbeing or behaviour.
• Solid literacy and numeracy skills.
• A Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare, education or similar subject, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• A patient, supportive and encouraging approach to working with young people.
• Comfortable taking direction from the class teacher and working as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils one-to-one and in small groups, addressing learning and pastoral needs.
• Helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and develop confidence and independence.
• Supporting literacy, numeracy and wider learning needs.
• Working with the class teacher and school team to adapt resources and support learners.
• Promoting an inclusive classroom where every student feels safe and valued.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and helping pupils develop routines and learning habits.

Skills

Experience in school/education

Behaviour/wellbeing support

Literacy and numeracy skills

Childcare/education qualification

Patient, supportive approach

Team collaboration

Job description

Milk Education is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant for a Primary School in Houghton-le-Spring. The role is long or short-term, with potential for temporary, permanent or temp-to-perm, starting in September.

You will support pupils academically and pastorally, working with the class teacher and team to help learners overcome barriers, develop confidence and achieve potential in an inclusive environment.