Early Years Teaching Assistant in Bury

Milk Education is currently recruiting a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive Primary School in Bury for a September start. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young children during the crucial early stages of their education and helping them build strong foundations for future learning.

In this rewarding role, you’ll work closely with the class teacher to create a safe, engaging and nurturing learning environment where every child can develop socially, emotionally and academically.

Your Role

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging, play-based learning activities in line with the EYFS Framework
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to support their learning and development
• Encourage children’s communication, language, literacy and numeracy skills through structured and child-led activities
• Help create a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment
• Support children’s personal, social and emotional development, promoting confidence and independence
• Assist with observations and contribute to assessing children’s progress where appropriate
• Prepare learning resources and maintain an organised, inviting classroom environment
• Foster positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents/carers
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and positive behaviour throughout the school day

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience working with children in an Early Years, nursery, preschool or primary school setting
• Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years, Childcare or Supporting Teaching and Learning (desirable but not essential)
• Is warm, patient and passionate about supporting young children’s development
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Can build positive relationships with children, colleagues and families
• Is proactive, reliable and eager to learn
• Has an understanding of safeguarding, or is willing to complete relevant training

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive daily rates of pay
• A rewarding opportunity within a friendly and supportive primary school
• A full-time role starting in September with the opportunity to make a lasting impact from the beginning of the academic year
• Access to ongoing CPD and training through Milk Academy
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Valuable experience for those considering careers in primary teaching, early years education, speech and language therapy, educational psychology or other child-focused professions
• 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.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines. Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.