Graduate Student Support Assistant

Are you a recent Social Science or Psychology graduate looking to apply your knowledge in a meaningful, hands-on role? Milk Education is working in partnership with a welcoming special needs school in Newcastle to appoint a Graduate Support Assistant to support children and young people with Autism and Global Development Delay. This full-time opportunity is ideal for those considering a career in education, child development, mental health, social work, or therapy. You’ll gain invaluable experience supporting learners aged 2 to 19 years, working closely with experienced educators and professionals. Graduate Support Assistant responsibilities/duties: Assist with the planning of learning activities by identifying and preparing resources required to support lesson plans and learning outcomes. Preparation of materials/equipment (e.g. books, pencils, art supplies, games, AVA equipment), preparing and clearing up activities with the pupils. Maintaining classroom resources and designated areas. Supervise individual or small groups of pupils undertaking teacher-led learning activities by coordinating and explaining basic instructions for the activity, adjusting activities within the scope of the lesson plan and learning outcomes in response to pupils’ learning. Assisting pupil achievement by monitoring learning against learning outcomes, and informing the teacher of progress. Personal care, when required Graduate Support Assistant key accountabilities: To work with individuals or groups of children, as directed by the class teacher and/or SENCo, to support subjects and learning across the whole curriculum (according to the requirements of the school, this may include the supervision of a classroom for periods of time). To establish supportive, caring and secure relationships with the child/ children, promoting respect, self-esteem and a positive, inclusive whole school ethos. To develop knowledge and understanding of specific academic, physical and emotional/behavioural needs of individuals and groups of children and respond to them effectively. Support class teachers to design, create and produce learning activities, materials and resources to support aspects of the curriculum or particular learning outcomes, and to assist and support the children in using them To help, support and motivate the children, clarifying instructions, encouraging independent learning and behaviour and enabling learning targets and outcomes to be achieved. 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. Excellent rates of pay Direct links to local schools Free Lesson Plans Training support sessions. Video technology that will increase your chances of long-term placements. Dedicated Consultants who will cater to your employment needs with 24/7 availability Commitment to quality and safeguarding 24/7 support for interview and lesson observation preparation Applicants will be subject to a variety of checks, including: an enhanced child and adult DBS check, full references, including from your most recent employer and eligibility to work in the UK. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. INNEW Job Type: Full-time Pay: £100.00-£104.00 per day Benefits: Canteen Casual dress Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Schedule: Monday to Friday No weekends Work Location: In person Reference ID: INNEW Job Type: Full-time Pay: £101.40-£104.40 per day Schedule: Monday to Friday No weekends Work Location: In person Reference ID: INNEW

Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK, GB

Posted Date: 7/31/2025