Primary Teaching Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

APSCo Compliance+ accreditation

Flexible days and hours

Culture-matched placements

CPD courses before placement

Job summary

Milk Education seeks a Primary Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Oldham primary school on a day-to-day, short-term or long-term basis, starting in September. This temporary role offers training and ongoing support within a friendly school community.

You'll support learning, assist teachers, promote wellbeing and work flexibly as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Recent experience working in a school or education setting.
• Experience supporting children with a range of abilities and needs (SEND desirable).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, flexible, and positive approach to supporting learning.
• Genuine passion for working with children and desire to see them succeed.
• Comfortable working collaboratively as part of the supportive school team.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning – work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and provide additional support.
• Assist the class teacher – help with classroom activities, resources, displays, and day-to-day organisation.
• Support positive behaviour – encourage good behaviour and follow school policies.
• Promote pupil wellbeing and safeguarding – monitor wellbeing and safeguarding procedures.
• Work flexibly as part of the school team – adapt across classrooms and year groups while communicating with staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive attitude

Flexible working style

Education

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Recent school/education experience

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant

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 aPrimary Teaching Assistant to join aPrimary School in Oldham on a day-to-day, short-term or long-term basisStarting in September. This role is temporary.

You'll be joining aFriendly and Supportive Primary School, focused on creating supportive learning environments and promoting pupil wellbeing.

This is a fantastic opportunity for aNewly Qualified or Experienced Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming team and become a valued part of the school community. You'll have the chance to build meaningful relationships with pupils, support their learning and contribute to their overall development and wellbeing.

With a strong sense of Community, Teamwork and Collaboration, this is an ideal Primary School for a Teaching Assistant looking to make a positive difference every day.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Support pupils with learning - Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning, explain activities, and provide additional support where needed.
• Assist the class teacher - Help with classroom activities, preparation of resources, displays, and general day-to-day classroom organisation.
• Support positive behaviour - Encourage good behaviour, follow the school's behaviour policies, and help create a calm, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
• Promote pupil wellbeing and safeguarding - Support pupils' emotional and physical wellbeing, remain alert to safeguarding concerns, and follow school procedures appropriately.
• Work flexibly as part of the school team - Adapt quickly to different classrooms, year groups, routines, and teaching styles while communicating effectively with teachers and other staff.

Requirements or Skills:

• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
• Recent experience working in a school or education setting
• Experience supporting children with a range of abilities and needs (including SEND is desirable)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, flexible, and positive approach to supporting learning
• A genuine passion for working with children and desire to see them succeed.
• Comfortable working collaboratively as part of the supportive school team

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