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Teaching Assistant - Aspiring County Lines Prevention Officer – Learning Support Assistant Location: Guildford, Surrey Salary: From £101 per day Are you passionate about safeguarding vulnerable young people from criminal exploitation and helping them build positive futures? Aspiring County Lines Prevention Officer – Learning Support Assistant - Guildford Milk Education is offering an exciting opportunity for individuals aspiring to work in County Lines prevention and intervention. Join our team as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) in an Alternative Provision and Specialist SEN school in Reading. This role is ideal for those looking to build a career in Youth Justice, County Lines Prevention, or Social Care while working closely with young people at risk of exploitation. About the Role: This role is focused on building trust with students aged 5-11 who may be vulnerable to criminal exploitation, gang involvement, or social and emotional challenges such as ADHD, anxiety, and trauma. You will: Develop Trusting Relationships: Provide support and mentorship to help students regulate emotions and make safer choices.Promote Positive Decision-Making: Use restorative approaches to encourage resilience and deter involvement in criminal activities.Provide Tailored Support: Work in small classes (4-12 students), adapting interventions to address individual needs.Prevent Exploitation: Support reintegration into education and the wider community to reduce risks linked to County Lines activity. Key Responsibilities: Act as a role model and advocate for students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.Use trauma-informed and restorative practices to guide young people through challenging circumstances.Collaborate with school staff, safeguarding teams, and external agencies to implement eff