Primary 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 a Primary Teaching Assistant to join a Primary School in Rochdale on a day-to-day, short-term or long-term basis Starting in September. This role is temporary.
You'll be joining a Caring and Aspirational Primary School, where high expectations are combined with a supportive approach to help every pupil achieve their potential. The school aims to create a safe and engaging environment where children are encouraged to be curious, independent and enthusiastic about learning.
The school places real importance on Ambition, Perseverance and Responsibility, helping pupils develop the confidence to embrace challenges and learn from their experiences.
This is an opportunity to become part of a positive school community where staff work together to create meaningful learning experiences and support the development of well-rounded, confident children.
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Support pupils with learning - Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning, explain activities, and provide additional support where needed.
- Assist the class teacher - Help with classroom activities, preparation of resources, displays, and general day-to-day classroom organisation.
- Support positive behaviour - Encourage good behaviour, follow the school's behaviour policies, and help create a calm, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
- Promote pupil wellbeing and safeguarding - Support pupils' emotional and physical wellbeing, remain alert to safeguarding concerns, and follow school procedures appropriately.
- Work flexibly as part of the school team - Adapt quickly to different classrooms, year groups, routines, and teaching styles while communicating effectively with teachers and other staff.
Requirements or Skills:
- Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
- Recent experience working in a school or education setting
- Experience supporting children with a range of abilities and needs (including SEND is desirable)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A proactive, flexible, and positive approach to supporting learning
- A genuine passion for working with children and desire to see them succeed.
- Comfortable working collaboratively as part of the supportive school team
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 im
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Primary Teaching Assistant (TA) in Rochdale employer: AMA Admin
Milk Education is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for SEND Mentor Assistants. Located in North Liverpool, we prioritise the wellbeing of our educators by offering excellent pay rates, a fast-registration process, and access to professional development opportunities, including free CPD courses. Our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children ensures that you will be part of a purpose-driven team that values your contributions and supports your growth in the education sector.
