Graduate - Learning Support Assistant

Graduate - Learning Support Assistant If you're looking for a role that lets you apply your new Degree to a practical role - this could be the opportunity for you!

We're looking for Graduates who have left University in the last 5 years to support Primary Schools across the north of Durham in Learning Support Assistant roles. Here, no specific qualifications are required - we just ask that your degree is relevant to working in education (coaching, support work, counselling, primary/secondary teaching etc) and that you have had employment that is referenceable in the last 2 years.

Learning Support Assistant - Main Responsibilities:

• Encouraging independence by helping pupils develop communication and self-management skills
• Supporting learners by providing one-to-one or small group assistance
• Inspire children to engage in lessons consistently
• Maintaining safeguarding and confidentiality, following school policies

Learning Support Assistant - Requirements or Skills:

• Must have graduated in the last 5 years from a transferable degree (psychology, coaching, education, counselling etc) (essential)
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm for supporting children's learning
• Patience and a calm approach to assisting others
• A Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare, education or similar - or equivalent hands on experience (preferred)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Recent experience working in a school or education setting (preferred)

Milk Education is more than a supply partner -we'rea community for educators.

Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support.It'sa great role for someone who wants to become a familiar face in schools that values consistency.

Outline of the Role:

• Monday to Friday
• 8:30am - 15:30pm
• £107.71 daily rate

Benefits of working with Milk Education:

• 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,enrichmentand 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.

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.

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