Social & Emotional Support Assistant

Passionate about supporting children and helping them thrive? This could be the role for you!

Milk Education is recruiting Social & Emotional Support Assistants to work across North Durham primary schools, supporting pupils who may need additional help with their emotional wellbeing, behaviour and learning.

With several partner schools recruiting for September, this is a great opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience or secure a long-term role in education.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience working with children or in an education setting (preferred)
• Level 2/3 qualification in childcare, education or a related subject (preferred)
• A caring, patient and positive approach
• Understanding of SEND and additional needs
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A genuine passion for helping children succeed

Your role will include:

• Providing one-to-one and small group support
• Helping pupils develop confidence, communication and independence
• Supporting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Working alongside teachers and other professionals
• Following safeguarding and school policies

Why Milk Education?

• Competitive pay with temp-to-perm opportunities
• Flexible working options
• Culture-matched school placements
• Fast registration and APSCo Compliance+ accreditation
• 5+ CPD courses before placement, including Safeguarding, SEND and Behaviour
• Further training through Milk Academy
• FREE teaching and wellbeing resources
• School Preparation Packs
• 24/7 support from your dedicated consultant

Ready to make a positive impact in the lives of young people? Apply Now!

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to relevant compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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