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We’re currently recruiting for Learning Support Assistants to work across secondary schools in Middlesbrough. These roles involve supporting students with a range of additional needs, helping them to access learning and achieve their full potential within the classroom environment.
Both full-time and part-time positions are available on a long-term temporary/supply basis.
The Role:
- Supporting students on a 1:1 basis or within small groups
- Assisting pupils with additional learning, behavioural, or emotional needs
- Working closely with teachers and SENCOs to deliver tailored support
- Encouraging student engagement, confidence, and independence
- Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school setting
- A patient, caring, and adaptable approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A passion for supporting students with additional needs
- Relevant qualifications or training are desirable but not essential
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, 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.
Phone: 01642 983001
Email: ashleigh.beadling@milk-education.co.uk
Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to 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.