Social & Emotional Support Assistant

Passionate about supporting children? Ready to make a positive difference in the lives of young people? This could be the opportunity for you!

As a Social & Emotional Support Assistant, you’ll be joining a Primary School based in North Durham, where student and staff wellbeing is at the heart of everything they do.

We are also supporting several partner schools with their September recruitment plans, making this a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to gain classroom experience or secure their next long-term role.

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. It’s a great role for someone who wants to become a familiar face in schools that values consistency.

Support Assistant - Requirements or Skills:

• Recent experience working in a school or education setting (preferred)
• A Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare, education or similar — or equivalent hands-on experience (preferred)
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm for supporting children’s learning
• Understanding of additional needs and how to support them
• A real passion for working with children
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Support Assistant - Main Responsibilities:

• Supporting learners by providing one-to-one or small group assistance
• Working collaboratively with teachers and other professionals
• Maintaining safeguarding and confidentiality, following school policies
• Encouraging independence by helping pupils develop communication and self-management skills

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, 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.

Interested? Apply now!

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. 

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