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Learning Support Assistant

Job in Houghton-le-Spring, Tyne and Wear, DH4, England, UK
Listing for: Milk Education
Per diem position
Listed on 2026-07-20
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Elementary School, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Early Childhood Education
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 12915 - 18450 GBP Yearly GBP 12915.00 18450.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Learning Support Assistant

About Us:

Milk Education is more than a supply partner –we’rea community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support.

We’recurrently recruiting for aLearning Support Assistant to join aPrimary Schoolin North Durhamon a long- or short-term basis starting in September.

You’ll be joining an inclusive, modern and supportive school, focused on passion for supporting all learners and nurturing high aspirations. The core values of the school lie in success, respect, responsibility, perseverance and collaboration.

This isa great opportunity for anew or experiencededucator to become a familiar face in a school where staffing, culture and community go hand in hand.

You’ll be joining asupportive, inclusive school that puts wellbeing and community at thecenterof everything they do.

It’sa good fit for someone who wants to become a familiar face in a school that values consistency.

Learning Support Assistant –

Main Responsibilities:
  • Supporting pupils one-to-one and in small groups, responding to their individual needs
  • Helping deliver catch-up sessions to close learning gaps
  • Working alongside the class teacher on lesson planning and adapting resources
  • Promoting an accepting, inclusive classroom where every student feels they belong
Learning Support Assistant – Requirements or

Skills:
  • Recent experience working in a school or education setting
  • Solid numeracy and literacy skills
  • A Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare, education or similar — or equivalent hands-on experience (preferred)
  • Comfortable taking direction from the class teacher and working as part of a team
  • Interest in working with children
  • No relocation, lives locally to the North East
Benefits:
  • 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,enrichmentand 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? Click ‘Apply Now’ or drop me a message — happy to chat through the details.

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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 equalopportunitiesemployer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientationor 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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