At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and help children thrive in a positive learning environment.
- Company: Milk Education, a five-star rated agency with strong local school partnerships.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, long-term roles, discounts, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Ongoing support from dedicated consultants and access to free resources.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's education while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification preferred.
The predicted salary is between 53855 - 57500 £ per year.
Primary Teaching Assistant – Middlesbrough
Milk Education is working with a number of welcoming and supportive Primary Schools across Middlesbrough and the surrounding areas and is looking to recruit caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Primary Teaching Assistants to join schools from September 2026.
Whether you’re an experienced Teaching Assistant, hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification, or have recent experience supporting children within a primary school setting, we’d love to hear from you.
We have a range of long-term, full-time opportunities available, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.
As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting children’s learning and development, working alongside class teachers to create a positive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment where every child can thrive and achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the class teacher in delivering engaging learning activities across EYFS, KS1, and KS2.
- Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning and improve attainment.
- Support children’s literacy, numeracy, and wider curriculum development.
- Encourage positive behaviour, confidence, and independence.
- Support pupils with SEND where required.
- Assist with classroom preparation and organisation.
- Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and school staff.
- Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
Skills, Qualifications & Experience
- Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable.
- Previous experience working within a primary school setting.
- Experience supporting children across EYFS, KS1, or KS2.
- A caring, patient, and proactive approach.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Passion for supporting children’s education and development.
- What Milk Education Offers
- Competitive weekly pay of
- Opportunities across Middlesbrough and the surrounding areas.
- Long-term, full-time roles with the potential to become permanent.
- Fast-track registration and compliance process.
- Five-star rated education agency with strong local school partnerships.
- Access to our Perks Portal with hundreds of discounts and exclusive offers.
- Free PSHE lesson plans and classroom resources.
- Wellbeing support, including access to our Educator Wellbeing Hub.
- School Preparation Pack to help you feel confident before your first day.
- Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant.
This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting salary will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience, and the requirements of the assignment.
Apply Today
If you’re looking for your next Primary Teaching Assistant opportunity and want to make a genuine difference in children’s education, we’d love to hear from you.
Chris Shaw
Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check (or be willing to obtain one), professional reference checks, and full compliance checks in line with the Df E’s Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance and APSCo Compliance+ standards.
Milk Education is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
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Primary Teaching Assistant – Middlesbrough 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.
