Graduate Learning Support Assistant – Mainstream & SEN Schools

Location: Reading | Salary: From £108 per day

Are you looking for a role where you can protect and inspire vulnerable young people while building a career in Youth Justice, Social Care or County Lines Prevention? This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference. 

Why This Role?

This is not a standard classroom support position. You will be working with primary and secondary aged pupils (5–16) who need a mentor, role model and trusted adult to guide them through difficult circumstances.

Many of these young people face challenges linked to:

• County Lines exploitation
• Gang involvement
• Social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs such as ADHD, trauma and anxiety

Your role will be vital in helping them regulate emotions, build resilience and make positive life choices.

What You Will Do

• Build meaningful and trusting relationships with pupils
• Use restorative approaches to encourage safe decision-making
• Provide targeted support in small class groups (4–12 pupils)
• Play a key role in protecting young people from criminal exploitation

What We Are Looking For

• Graduates in Criminology, Psychology, Youth Work or similar subjects (or those with relevant experience)
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and supporting vulnerable young people
• Empathy, patience and resilience when managing challenging behaviour
• Previous experience with at-risk youth is desirable, but full training will be provided

What You Will Gain

• Specialist training in County Lines prevention, trauma-informed care and restorative practices
• Career-building experience for roles in Youth Justice, Social Work or Advocacy
• Support and guidance from a dedicated school environment
• The opportunity to make a real difference in young lives every day
  
  Benefits to YOU: 
• Excellent rates of pay! 
• Speedy registration process & fast track compliance. 
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule. 
• 5-Star rated with over 3000 reviews across Google & Facebook! 
• Exclusive school & trust partnerships. 
• Access to our FREE Perks Portal, where you’ll find exclusive access to a range of discounts – our very own version of the Blue Light Card 
• Follow your progress pathway with access to 1000+ accredited, discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy! 
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers. 
• FREE Educator Wellbeing eBook and access to our wellbeing hub, featuring CPD courses and health & fitness modules! 
• School Preparation Pack – be ready for your school placements! 
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone. 
• Our Unbottled division brings lived-experience speakers into schools, covering stigmatised topics such as mental health, discrimination, and exploitation. We’re located across England & North Wales with a network of 9 offices! 
• Join the UK’s only eco-friendly education supply agency! 

Click ‘Apply Now’ or get in touch with me for more information about this great opportunity

How to Apply

If you are passionate about safeguarding young people and want to build a career with real impact, I want to hear from you.

Contact Joe today:
Telephone: 0118 449 2100
Email: joe.harkin@milk-education.co.uk

Applications are being reviewed now – do not delay

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