Nurturing Primary Learning: Child Development Support Assistant

Milk Education; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

APSCo Compliance+ accredited

Flexible working opportunities

Free PSHE lesson plans and educational

Free educator wellbeing resources and

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a Child Development Support Assistant to support pupils in primary schools across Washington, starting in September. The role suits qualified Teaching Assistants with a passion for child development and wellbeing.

You will work closely with teachers, SENDCOs and pastoral teams to support learning, behaviour and inclusion, with DBS via Update Service preferred.

Flexible working opportunities and ongoing professional development through Milk Academy are offered.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or above (essential).
• Experience working within a Primary School setting.
• A genuine passion for supporting child development and wellbeing.
• Understanding of SEND, Autism, ADHD, SEMH or behavioural needs is desirable.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Additional qualifications in Education, Childcare or Child Development are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support children with a range of learning, communication and developmental needs.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to help pupils access learning.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Support children with SEND, including Autism, ADHD, Speech and Language needs and SEMH.
• Assist with classroom activities, interventions and learning programmes.
• Encourage independence, confidence and engagement in learning.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENDCOs and pastoral teams to support pupil progress.
• Create a nurturing, safe and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or above

Job description

Milk Education is seeking a Child Development Support Assistant to support pupils in primary schools across Washington, starting in September. The role suits qualified Teaching Assistants with a passion for child development and wellbeing.

You will work closely with teachers, SENDCOs and pastoral teams to support learning, behaviour and inclusion, with DBS via Update Service preferred.

Flexible working opportunities and ongoing professional development through Milk Academy are offered.