Experienced Teaching Assistant

Milk Education; Manchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

APSCo Compliance+

Flexible hours

Milk Academy CPD

Free PSHE resources

Wellbeing resources

Personal consultant support

Job summary

Milk Education in Stretford is seeking Experienced and Qualified Teaching Assistants to support welcoming secondary schools on short-term, long-term, or temp-to-perm basis. This role is suitable for TAs with experience in KS3/KS4 and a confident classroom presence.

You will work alongside teachers to adapt resources, support pupils with SEN/SEMH, deliver targeted interventions, and help maintain positive behaviour and routines.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant in a secondary school or education setting.
• Desirable Level 2/3 qualification in Supporting Teaching & Learning.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN/SEMH/ASD/behavioural needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support students across KS3 and KS4 one-to-one, small group, and in-class.
• Collaborate with teachers to adapt resources for learning.
• Provide targeted SEN/SEMH/ASD support and interventions.
• Deliver intervention, catch-up and targeted learning sessions.
• Support positive behaviour and classroom routines.
• Build relationships to boost confidence, attendance, and progress.
• Assist with pastoral support and removing barriers to learning.

Skills

TA classroom presence

Strong behaviour management

Communication skills

Independent working

Education

Level 2/3 Supporting Teaching & Learning

Job description

Experienced / Qualified Teaching Assistant – Secondary School

Stretford
Competitive Daily Rates | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities

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 Experienced and Qualified Teaching Assistants in Stretford to support welcoming secondary schools on a short-term, long-term, or temp-to-perm basis. This Teaching Assistant job in Stretford is ideal for confident TAs who have experience working within secondary education and can make an immediate impact in the classroom.

You’ll be joining supportive secondary schools across Stretford that value inclusion, student wellbeing and strong relationships between staff and pupils. We’re looking for Teaching Assistants who are capable, confident and have a strong presence in the classroom, with the ability to engage pupils and support them academically, socially and emotionally.

This Teaching Assistant opportunity in Stretford would suit candidates with experience in general classroom support, SEN support, SEMH provision, behaviour mentoring, pastoral support, or intervention work.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Supporting students across KS3 and KS4 on a one-to-one, small-group and classroom basis
• Working alongside class teachers to support learning and adapt resources where required
• Providing targeted support for students with SEN, SEMH, Autism, ADHD and other additional needs
• Delivering intervention, catch-up and targeted learning sessions
• Supporting positive behaviour, engagement and classroom routines
• Building strong relationships with students to improve confidence, attendance and progress
• Assisting with pastoral support and helping pupils overcome barriers to learning

Requirements or Skills

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a secondary school or education setting
• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching & Learning, Childcare, Education or similar is desirable
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN, SEMH, Autism or behavioural needs is highly desirable
• Strong behaviour management skills and the confidence to establish yourself within a classroom
• A professional, capable and confident presence when working with secondary-aged pupils
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• Comfortable taking direction from teachers while also working independently when required

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 full-time and part-time opportunities 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 impact.
• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides – so you walk in ready on day one.
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ensure your journey is personal.

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 APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, 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/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.