Graduate Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Bolton

AMA Admin; Bolton; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible placements

CPD opportunities

Supportive consultants

Safeguarding training

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant for a secondary school in Bolton. The role is versatile, offering day-to-day, short-term or long-term placements to graduates seeking classroom experience.

You will provide one-to-one and small-group support, help with interventions, and assist teachers with learning resources while building positive relationships with pupils and supporting a welcoming school environment.

Qualifications

• A degree or relevant higher-level qualification.
• Experience with young people is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Genuine interest in education and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils.
• Assist with interventions and helping pupils overcome barriers to learning.
• Support teachers with classroom activities and preparation of learning resources.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and encourage engagement with learning.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Degree or qualification

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Bolton

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 Teaching Assistant to join a Secondary School in Manchester on a day-to-day, short-term or long-term basis

You'll be joining a welcoming and ambitious secondary school environment in Bolton, focused on inclusion, achievement and helping pupils reach their potential.

This is a great opportunity for a recent graduate looking to gain meaningful experience within secondary education and become a familiar face in a school where staffing, culture and community go hand in hand.

You’ll be joining a pupil-centred setting where graduates can develop their classroom skills while making a positive impact on young people's education and wellbeing. It's a good fit for someone considering teacher training or a longer-term career within education.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils
• Assisting with interventions and helping pupils overcome barriers to learning
• Supporting teachers with classroom activities and preparation of learning resources
• Building positive relationships with pupils and encouraging engagement with learning

Requirements or Skills:

• A degree or relevant higher-level qualification
• Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not essential
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A genuine interest in education and a willingness to learn and develop within a secondary school environment

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 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.

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