Early Years Support Assistant – North Durham

Do you have experience working with young children and a passion for helping them learn, develop and thrive?

Milk Education is currently recruiting for an Early Years Support Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in North Durham.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and caring individual who enjoys working with young children and wants to make a positive difference to their early education. The school values consistency, nurturing relationships and creating a supportive environment where every child can feel confident and successful.

Main Responsibilities

• Supporting children with their learning, development and day-to-day needs within the Early Years setting
• Encouraging independence and helping children develop their communication, social and self-management skills
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support where required
• Supporting children to engage positively and consistently in activities and learning
• Building positive and trusting relationships with children, staff and families
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment
• Following school policies and procedures, including safeguarding and confidentiality requirements

Requirements & Skills

• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years, Childcare, Education or a related subject is preferred
• Previous experience working with children in an Early Years, school, nursery or educational setting is desirable
• A caring, patient and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive attitude and enthusiasm for supporting children's learning and development
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A good understanding of safeguarding and the importance of creating a safe environment for children

Milk Education is more than a supply partner – we're a community for educators.

We want to support you throughout your education career, whether you're looking for your next long-term opportunity, valuable classroom experience or a route into a permanent role.

Benefits of working with Milk Education:

• Competitive rates of pay, with temp-to-perm opportunities available
• Speedy registration and fast-track compliance, with APSCo Compliance+ accreditation
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule
• Culture-matched placements – we take the time to understand you and find schools that match your values and strengths
• Access to our Priority Partnership school network, including trusted schools that work with us long-term
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement, including Safeguarding, SEND and Behaviour, with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by teachers
• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub
• A School Preparation Pack with handover notes and useful school information, so you feel prepared from day one
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, providing guidance throughout your placement

Interested? Apply now!

Email: lucy.dawes@milk-education.co.uk

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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