Learning Support Assistant

About Us

At Milk Education, we are committed to supporting education professionals throughout every stage of their career. We do more than simply connect Learning Support Assistants with schools – we provide ongoing support, access to high-quality training, and opportunities to develop your skills within welcoming and inclusive learning environments. We are currently recruiting dedicated Learning Support Assistants to work across a network of Primary Schools in Darlington, offering a range of flexible and long-term placements.

This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain or develop experience within primary education while making a positive difference to pupils' learning, wellbeing, and development. Our partner schools are passionate about creating supportive and inclusive classrooms where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential both academically and personally.

Learning Support Assistant – Main Responsibilities

• Supporting teachers and pupils during engaging lessons across the primary curriculum.
• Providing one-to-one and small group support to help pupils work towards their individual learning goals.
• Offering tailored academic, emotional, and pastoral support based on each pupil's individual needs.
• Encouraging an inclusive classroom environment where every child feels valued, supported, and confident to participate.
• Assisting with the preparation, organisation, and adaptation of learning resources.
• Helping to maintain a positive, safe, and stimulating learning environment that promotes pupil wellbeing.
• Building strong and positive relationships with pupils to develop their confidence, independence, and engagement.
• Supporting positive behaviour by following school policies, procedures, and classroom expectations.
• Working closely with teachers, school staff, and parents where appropriate to support pupils' progress.
• Observing pupils' learning and development and sharing relevant feedback with teaching staff.
• Encouraging pupils to develop their social, emotional, communication, and learning skills.

Learning Support Assistant – Requirements and Skills

• Recent experience working within an educational or child-focused setting.
• Confident literacy and numeracy skills.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification such as CACHE, Childcare, NNEB, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop positive relationships with children and adults.
• A patient, caring, supportive, and adaptable approach to working with children.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a school team while following the guidance and direction of teaching staff.
• A genuine commitment to supporting children's learning, development, inclusion, and wellbeing.

Learning Support Assistant – Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Fast registration and a streamlined compliance process.
• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability.
• Opportunities to work across a variety of welcoming Primary Schools throughout Darlington.
• Access to our five-star rated education agency with strong partnerships across local schools and academy trusts.
• Exclusive discounts through our Perks Portal.
• Free professional development through over 1,000 CPD courses via Milk Academy.
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and classroom resources created by experienced education professionals.
• FREE wellbeing resources, including our Educator Wellbeing eBook and wellbeing hub.
• School Preparation Packs containing key school information before your placement begins.
• Ongoing guidance and support from your dedicated Milk Education consultant throughout your assignment.
• Access to our Unbottled wellbeing and speaker programme.
• The opportunity to work with the UK's only eco-friendly education supply agency.

This position is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will reflect your qualifications, relevant experience, and the specific requirements of the placement.

Interested?

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your application or contact us for an informal discussion about the role.

Phone: 01642 983001
Email: anna.wilson@milk-education.co.uk

Why Choose Milk Education?

Milk Education is a values-led education supply agency that puts educators at the centre of everything we do. We are passionate about matching talented professionals with schools across the UK while supporting career progression, wellbeing, and long-term success.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. As an APSCo Compliance+ accredited agency, we adhere to the highest standards of safer recruitment. All successful applicants will be subject to compliance and vetting checks in accordance with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidance.

Milk Education is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or age.