Learning Support Assistant

Milk Education; Killingworth (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

APSCo Compliance+ accredited

Flexible days & hours

CPD courses & Milk Academy

Free PSHE lesson plans

Educator Wellbeing resources

Supportive personal consultant

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join a Primary School in Killingworth, starting in September. The role can be long- or short-term, with potential for permanent/temp-to-perm progression, and offers flexible scheduling.

You will support pupils to reach learning goals, adhere to safeguarding and school policies, and assist with materials and personal care as needed. A dedicated consultant will provide ongoing support.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people in an educational setting.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, teachers, and parents.
• An enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
• Good behaviour management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils individually and in small groups to help them achieve their learning goals.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and school policies at all times.
• Prepare and organise classroom resources and learning materials.
• Support pupils with personal care or mobility needs where required.

Skills

Experience supporting children or y.p.

Relationship building

DBS check willingness

Behaviour management

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

About Us:

Milk Education is more than a supply partner – we’re a community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support. We’re currently recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to join a Primary School in Killingworth on a long or short-term basis starting in September. This role is temporary/permanent/temp-to-perm.

This is a great opportunity for a new or experienced educator to become a familiar face in a school where staffing, culture and community go hand in hand.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Support pupils individually and in small groups to help them achieve their learning goals.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and school policies at all times.
• Prepare and organise classroom resources and learning materials.
• Support pupils with personal care or mobility needs where required.

Requirements or Skills:

• Experience supporting children or young people in an educational setting (preferred).
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, teachers, and parents.
• An enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
• Good behaviour management skills.

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, enrichment and 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.

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience, and the requirements of the assignment.

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.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy