Aspiring Social Worker - Learning Support Assistant
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Job Description
Aspiring Social Worker – Learning Support Assistant
Full-Time & Day-to-Day Roles Starting September 2025
Opportunities Across Primary, Secondary, and SEN Schools in London
Join Milk Education – Supporting Schools, Supporting Futures
Are you an aspiring social worker looking to gain practical experience working with children and young people? Whether you’re a recent graduate or exploring a career change, this is a fantastic opportunity to work as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) across mainstream and specialist schools in London.
Milk Education is recruiting for both full-time and day-to-day supply roles to start in September 2025.
What We Offer:
- A range of LSA roles across London
- Full-time and on-the-day supply work
- Daily pay: £101.40 – £110.00
- Supportive, professional school environments
- Opportunity to work with pupils aged 4–18
- Roles available in mainstream, SEMH, and autism-specific schools
Ideal for Aspiring Social Workers Interested In:
- Social Work degrees or Step-Up to Social Work programmes
- Careers in safeguarding, family support, or child protection
- Experience in Early Help or Youth Offending Teams
- Building knowledge of child development, trauma, and emotional regulation
- Gaining insight into multi-agency work and holistic child support
Role Responsibilities May Include:
- Working 1:1 or in small groups with pupils needing extra support
- Supporting children facing challenges such as trauma, anxiety, neglect, SEN, or behavioural needs
- Building consistent, trusting relationships with students to help them feel safe and supported
- Collaborating with school staff, SEN teams, and external services
- Promoting inclusion, emotional wellbeing, and resilience within the school community
Person Specification:
- A graduate in Social Sciences, Psychology, Education, or a related field
- A strong interest in neurodiversity, mental health, and inclusive education
- Empathetic, reliable, and committed to making a positive impact
- Experience with children or young people (in schools, care, youth work, or community settings) is desirable
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Why Join Milk Education?
This isn’t just a job it’s a chance to start your journey into social work, working alongside teachers, therapists, and pastoral teams to understand the day-to-day realities of supporting vulnerable children.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Submit your CV and a short statement outlining your interest in social work and supporting children. We’ll connect you with schools that match your goals and availability.
Milk Education – Nurturing talent. Empowering schools. Shaping futures.
- Location:
- City Of London
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Government