At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a child with Autism in a nurturing learning environment.
- Company: Milk Education, dedicated to promoting children's welfare and inclusion.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and access to professional development courses.
- Other info: 24/7 support from your personal consultant and a culture-matched placement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a child's life while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience with children, passion for education, and good literacy/numeracy skills.
The predicted salary is between 23400 - 29910 £ per year.
- Reception Teaching Assistant- Atherton
- Milk Education is working with a primary school in
Atherton (M46) who are seeking a full-time Reception Teaching Assistant to work 1-2-1 with a child who has Autism.
This Reception Teaching Assistant role is to start in September 2026 and will be a temporary, long-term role.
The hours of work are 08:30am - 15:30pm, Monday to Friday with a 30-minute lunch break.
The role involves keeping the child on task and ensuring that the work they are doing is being done to a good standard.
You will be responsible for getting resources ready for the day and ensuring the child's needs are being met.
In this Reception Teaching Assistant role, you will provide a patient and nurturing learning environment for the child.
- Main responsibilities
- Promote inclusion and acceptance of all children
- Support children consistently whilst responding to their individual needs
- Work with the teacher in lesson planning, evaluating and adjusting lessons/plans as appropriate
- Deliver catch-up sessions
Requirements or Skills
- Must have recent/relevant experience working with children and young people, within the past two years
- Must have a passion for education
- Must possess good numeracy and literacy skills
- Must have the ability to work under the guidance of the teacher
- Must be reliable and punctual
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.
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 Df E, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.
Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
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Reception Teaching Assistant in Atherton employer: AMA Admin
Milk Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic environment for aspiring Behaviour, Pastoral, or Cover Specialists in Bradford. With a focus on professional development and valuable classroom experience, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students while enjoying consistent hours and a positive school culture. Join us to build your career in education and contribute to a thriving community.
