Learning Support Assistant

2 weeks ago

Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Milk Education - The UK's First Environmentally Friendly Education Recruitment Agency. Full time

Learning Support Assistant


Milk Education are seeking to appoint dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to work with pupils who have SEND, complex learning and physical difficulties on a short and long-term basis within specialist SEND schools in Newcastle and NorthTyneside.

The specialist schools we work with cater to pupils with ASD, complex needs, and PMLD.

Previous experience working with children or young people with learning difficulties or within the Health and Social Care sector would be beneficial, however, the mostimportant attribute is the willingness to get involved and be proactive.


The successful Learning Support Assistant will be expected to undertake all activities as required during their time at the school and be able to work as part of a team as well as be able to use initiative.


If successful, your role as a Learning Support Assistant will be to work under the guidance of teaching and senior staff to support access to learning and provide 1:1 support.

Work may be carried out in the classroom or outside the normal teaching area,which may include swimming, riding, or sporting activities for the disabled, etc.

**What you need to apply: - Previous experience working with children, or young adults, with ASD and complex needs (Voluntary welcome)

  • Confidence in dealing with pupils with different abilities and SEND requirements
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to complete this)
  • Enthusiastic attitude towards inspiring children

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will be - Passionate about enabling the child to fulfill their potential

  • Able to contribute to, and work as part of a team
  • Creative in approach to children's learning
  • Enthusiastic towards inspiring children
  • Dedicated and caring
  • Able to demonstrate high expectations which are communicated to the child
  • Demonstrate a positive attitude and the ability to raise selfesteem
  • Compassionate and positive with a flexible approach when supporting the child

Extra 1:1 support may include

  • Medical Health Care Plans
  • Handwriting /fine motor/keyboard skills training
  • Group discussions and information given by our qualified school nurse
  • Familiarity with assistive technology (wheelchair)
  • Access to teaching assistant support
  • A willingness to support with personal care, although this may not be required
  • First Aid Training within the last two years is essential, although Epilepsy training would be beneficial

The Milk Difference:

We are an environmentally friendly education supply agency providing quality talent to local schools. Milk Education brings a fresh approach with traditional values to the Education Recruitment Sector.

  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Direct links to local schools
  • Free Lesson Plans
  • Training support sessions.
  • Video technology that will increase your chances of longterm placements.
  • Dedicated Consultants who will cater for your employment needs with 24/7 availability and support for interview and lesson observation preparation
  • Commitment to quality and safeguarding

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