Trauma-Informed Learning Support Assistant

Milk Education; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS fast-track support

Flexible start dates

Long-term pathway in the setting

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant at a specialist provision in Stratford. This role offers hands-on experience supporting pupils with anxiety, EBSA, autism and other needs in a small, nurturing setting.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, build trusting relationships, and implement individual plans in collaboration with teachers and therapists. Immediate start and a daily rate of £100-£120.

Qualifications

• Degree in psychology, education, sociology, criminology, occupational therapy or related field preferred.
• Empathy and genuine interest in supporting vulnerable young people.
• Willingness to work in a trauma-informed, school-based setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with anxiety, EBSA and autism.
• Build trusting relationships and support emotional regulation.
• Implement individual plans in collaboration with teachers and therapists.
• Encourage communication, independence and confidence through consistent support.
• Use trauma-informed approaches to help pupils re-engage with learning.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Resilience

Education

Degree in psychology / education / related field

Currently studying (optional)

Job description

Milk Education is recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant at a specialist provision in Stratford. This role offers hands-on experience supporting pupils with anxiety, EBSA, autism and other needs in a small, nurturing setting.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, build trusting relationships, and implement individual plans in collaboration with teachers and therapists. Immediate start and a daily rate of £100-£120.