At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and pupils in various primary schools, making a real impact every day.
- Company: Milk Education, dedicated to creating positive learning environments.
- Benefits: Flexible work, excellent pay, free training, and personal consultant support.
- Other info: Opportunities for long-term positions and career progression available.
- Why this job: Make a difference in children's lives while gaining valuable classroom experience.
- Qualifications: Positive attitude, adaptability, and a passion for helping children learn.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
- Be the Person They Remember! – Supply Teaching Assistant | Darlington
- Darlington | September 2026 | Primary Schools | Flexible Supply
Every classroom needs someone who makes a difference.
Milk Education is recruiting
Teaching Assistants for flexible supply opportunities across Darlington .
Whether you’re an experienced TA, a recent graduate, considering a career in teaching, or simply someone who loves working with children, this is your chance to step into the classroom and make a real impact .
You’ll work across different Primary Schools, supporting teachers and pupils wherever you’re needed.
Every day brings a new classroom, new challenge and new opportunity to make a difference.
What Could Your Day Look Like?
- Helping pupils with reading, writing and maths.
- Supporting individuals and small groups.
- Encouraging confidence, independence and positive learning habits.
- Supporting classroom activities and interventions.
- Helping pupils who need a little extra encouragement.
- Getting involved in creative and practical learning.
- Working alongside teachers and school staff.
- Creating a positive environment where children feel supported.
- We’re Looking For…
Someone who is
Positive, approachable and reliable.
- Comfortable working with children.
- Able to adapt quickly to different schools and situations.
- Passionate about helping pupils learn and grow.
- Experienced in education, childcare or youth work — desirable but not essential.
- A graduate, aspiring teacher or someone with volunteering/placement experience .
- An experienced TA looking for flexible work around other commitments .
Why Supply?
You decide how flexible you want your work to be.
Take day-to-day bookings, try different schools, build your classroom experience and discover where you work best.
If you find a school that’s the right fit, there are opportunities for longer-term and permanent positions too.
- Milk Education Benefits
- Excellent rates of pay
- Fast-track registration
- Wide range of Primary School opportunities
- Flexible day-to-day and long-term roles
- FREE CPD training
- FREE lesson plans and resources
- Educator Wellbeing support
- School Preparation Pack
- 24/7 personal consultant support
- Opportunities to progress your education career
Ready to Get Started?
Darlington – DL1 1AA
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 regardless of race, sex, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age.
Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
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Be the Person They Remember! – Supply Teaching Assistant | Darlington employer: Milk Education
Milk Education is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of Liverpool. With significant progression pathways, generous incentives, and a supportive environment, we empower our team to thrive in their careers while enjoying a healthy work-life balance with 23 days off annually plus bank holidays.
