At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and help students thrive in a positive learning environment.
- Company: Friendly secondary school in North Manchester with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, ongoing training, and dedicated consultant support.
- Other info: Join a community-focused team with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable classroom experience.
- Qualifications: Experience with young people is a plus; passion for education is essential.
The predicted salary is between 31050 - 37950 £ per year.
Milk Education is currently recruiting an enthusiastic and dedicated Secondary Teaching Assistant to join a friendly and inclusive Secondary School in North Manchester. This opportunity is available from September and is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting students across all secondary subjects. Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, a graduate considering a career in teaching, or someone with transferable experience working with young people, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience while making a positive impact on students' learning and development.
Your Role As a Secondary Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support teachers in delivering engaging and creative lessons across all secondary subjects
- Work with individual students and small groups to reinforce learning and boost progress
- Encourage student participation, confidence and independence within the classroom
- Assist with the preparation of learning resources and classroom activities
- Provide additional support for students who require extra guidance with their learning
- Help promote positive behaviour in line with the school's policies
- Build positive relationships with students, staff and parents/carers
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding and support student wellbeing
We're Looking For Someone Who:
- Has experience working with young people in a school, childcare, tutoring, coaching or similar setting (desirable)
- Has a genuine passion for supporting young people's learning and development
- Is positive, reliable and enthusiastic
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Can work effectively as part of a team
- Is proactive, flexible and willing to learn
- Has an understanding of safeguarding responsibilities, or is willing to undertake training
- Holds a relevant qualification or degree (desirable but not essential)
What's in It for You?
- Competitive daily rates of pay (£107.71 per day minimum)
- A rewarding role within a welcoming and supportive secondary school
- Access to ongoing CPD and training through Milk Academy
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
- Valuable classroom experience for those considering a career in teaching or education
- Wellbeing resources and community support initiatives
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.
Why Choose Milk Education? We're bottled differently here at Milk, with national coverage and offices in your local area. We take a whole-school approach to staffing, culture and school impact, connecting educators with schools that value consistency, wellbeing and community.
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