At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and help pupils thrive in a positive learning environment.
- Company: Join Milk Education, a community dedicated to empowering educators.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, competitive pay, and access to professional development.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive network and 24/7 consultant assistance.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Teaching Assistant qualification and a passion for working with children.
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
About Us
Milk Education is more than a supply partner - we're a community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support.
We're currently recruiting for Teaching Assistants to work in our partner primary schools across Manchester on a day-to-day, short-term, long-term or temp-to-perm basis, starting September 2026.
You'll be joining supportive and inclusive schools committed to creating a positive learning environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential.
Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, looking to develop your career in education or considering a future career in teaching, we can help you find the right opportunity to suit your experience and career goals.
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Supporting teachers with the delivery of engaging and inclusive lessons across the primary curriculum.
- Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils to develop their confidence, understanding and independence.
- Supporting pupils with additional learning needs, including SEND, where appropriate.
- Helping to create a positive, safe and inclusive classroom environment where every child feels valued.
- Encouraging positive behaviour and supporting pupils with their social, emotional and communication development.
- Assisting with classroom preparation, learning resources and general classroom organisation.
- Working closely with teachers and wider school staff to support pupils' learning and development.
- Building positive and professional relationships with pupils, helping them to engage positively with their learning.
- Supporting pupils during lessons, break times, lunchtimes and other activities where required.
- Following school safeguarding policies and promoting the welfare of all children and young people.
Requirements or Skills:
- A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification such as a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning is desirable.
- Previous experience working with children in a school, nursery, childcare or similar setting is desirable.
- Experience supporting pupils with SEND is advantageous.
- A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their education and development.
- Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
- A patient, enthusiastic and adaptable approach to supporting pupils.
- The ability to build positive relationships with children and work effectively as part of a wider school team.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Benefits:
- Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm opportunities available.
- Flexible working opportunities to suit your lifestyle.
- Day-to-day, short-term and long-term placements available.
- Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance.
- Culture-matched school placements.
- Priority Partnership school network access.
- CPD courses and accredited training through Milk Academy.
- FREE PSHE lesson plans and classroom resources.
- School Preparation Pack with handover notes and school guides.
- 24/7 support from your dedicated consultant.
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