Secondary SEN Learning Support Assistant - Term-Time

AMA Admin; Sunderland Bridge; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Permanent opportunities

Registration process

Term-time hours

Supportive placements

CPD and training

Free lesson planning tools

Free wellbeing support

School prep guidance

24/7 support

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting Learning Support Assistants to work across welcoming secondary schools in South Tyneside, starting in September on a term-time basis. You will support students across multiple Key Stages, helping them access learning, build confidence, and reach their full potential, working with teachers and SEND teams to provide tailored classroom support.

This role suits someone passionate about education, with or without prior school experience, who can transfer skills from youth

Qualifications

• Recent experience working with young people, ideally within education, youth work, care, coaching, or mentoring.
• A passion for supporting secondary-aged students to achieve their potential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, adaptable, and positive approach.
• Ability to build strong relationships with students and staff.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students across multiple Key Stages within the classroom.
• Providing one-to-one and small group support to help pupils achieve their learning goals.
• Assisting teachers with lesson delivery and classroom organisation.
• Encouraging student engagement, confidence, and independence.
• Supporting students with additional learning needs, including SEND where required.
• Promoting positive behaviour in line with the school's behaviour policy.
• Building positive relationships with students, staff, and parents where appropriate.
• Monitoring student progress and providing feedback to teaching staff.
• Following all safeguarding procedures and school policies.

Skills

Young people experience

Secondary education passion

Strong communication

Patient & adaptable

Relationship building

Safeguarding commitment

Job description

Milk Education is recruiting Learning Support Assistants to work across welcoming secondary schools in South Tyneside, starting in September on a term-time basis. You will support students across multiple Key Stages, helping them access learning, build confidence, and reach their full potential, working with teachers and SEND teams to provide tailored classroom support.

This role suits someone passionate about education, with or without prior school experience, who can transfer skills from youth