At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with additional needs and assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons.
- Company: Milk Education, a purpose-driven agency making a real impact in schools.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, develop key skills, and kickstart your career in education.
- Other info: Flexible full-time and part-time options available; excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a genuine difference in young people's lives while building valuable classroom experience.
- Qualifications: Recent graduates passionate about working with children; experience is a plus but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 28000 £ per year.
Location - Walton-on-Thames, Surrey
Full time & Part-time options available
About Milk Education: Milk Education is a purpose-driven education agency dedicated to placing graduates into rewarding roles within schools where they can make a real impact. We work closely with schools across Surrey, supporting students who need additional guidance to succeed both academically and personally.
The Role: Are you a recent graduate looking to gain hands‑on experience in education? Milk Education is recruiting Graduate Teaching Assistants to work in local schools, supporting students with additional needs including autism, ADHD, and social, emotional, and mental health challenges. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, youth workers, or social workers to build valuable classroom experience while making a genuine difference in young people’s lives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups within the classroom
- Assist the teacher in delivering engaging and accessible lessons
- Help students stay focused, motivated, and on task
- Support children with SEN needs such as autism (ASC), ADHD, and SEMH
- Use behaviour management and de‑escalation strategies when required
- Build positive, trusting relationships with students
- Support emotional regulation and promote positive behaviour
- Assist with classroom preparation and resource organisation
- Monitor and report on student progress and engagement
Who We’re Looking For:
- Recent graduates (Psychology, Education, Criminology, Sociology, Sports Science, or similar)
- Passionate about working with children and young people
- Resilient, patient, and adaptable
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Interest in careers such as teaching, educational psychology, or youth work
- Experience working with young people (desirable but not essential)
Why Join Through Milk Education?
This role is more than just classroom support — it’s a stepping stone into a meaningful career. You’ll gain hands‑on experience working with students who require additional support, helping you develop key skills in behaviour management, communication, and pastoral care.
If you’re looking to kickstart your career in education while making a real difference, apply now to join Milk Education as a Graduate Teaching Assistant.
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/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.
Graduate Teaching Assistant 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.
