Classroom Learning Coach

About Us

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

We’re currently recruiting for a Classroom Learning Coach to work within welcoming and supportive Primary Schools, starting in September.

This exciting opportunity is ideal for graduates looking to gain valuable school-based experience before progressing into teaching, educational psychology, SEND support, speech and language therapy, social work or other child-focused professions.

As a Classroom Learning Coach, you’ll play a vital role in supporting pupils’ academic, social and emotional development, helping them build confidence, overcome barriers to learning and achieve success within the classroom.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 on a one-to-one, small group and whole-class basis.

• Work alongside teachers to deliver engaging and inclusive learning experiences.

• Deliver targeted interventions in Reading, Writing and Maths.

• Support pupils with SEND, including Autism, ADHD, Speech and Language needs and SEMH.

• Encourage positive learning behaviours, engagement and classroom participation.

• Help pupils develop confidence, resilience and independence.

• Support pupils’ social, emotional and communication development.

• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.

• Assist with classroom preparation, displays and learning resources.

• Promote a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Ideal Background

We welcome applications from graduates who have completed one of the following degrees within the last five years:

• Childhood Studies

• Early Years Childhood Studies

• Psychology

• Criminology

• BA Education

• Primary Education

• MA Education

• MA Education (SEND and Inclusion)

• PGCE

• Other Education, Child Development or Social Science-related degrees

Requirements

• Degree obtained within the last five years.

• Professional employment references covering the last two years.

• A genuine passion for working with children and young people.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• A proactive, enthusiastic and adaptable approach.

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable.

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Benefits

• Competitive rates of pay with long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities available.

• Excellent pathway into teaching, educational psychology, SEND support and other child-focused careers.

• Speedy registration process and fast-track compliance – APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.

• Access to our Graduate Talent Programme and ongoing support from experienced education consultants.

• Culture-matched placements, ensuring we find schools that fit your values and career aspirations.

• Access to our Priority Partnership school network across the North East.

• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND and Behaviour Management), with ongoing accredited training through Milk Academy.

• FREE PSHE lesson plans and educational resources.

• FREE educator wellbeing resources and access to our community hub.

• School Preparation Packs with handover notes and school insights to help you hit the ground running.

• Dedicated support from your personal consultant, available 24/7 via their work mobile.

Why Join Milk Education?

This role is perfect for graduates looking to gain meaningful classroom experience while making a genuine difference to children’s learning, confidence and wellbeing. Many of our Classroom Learning Coaches progress into teacher training, permanent school roles, educational psychology pathways and specialist SEND careers.

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience and the requirements of the assignment.

Interested?

Click ‘Apply Now’ or get in touch to find out more.

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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 equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion or 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.