Primary Teaching Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Flexible placement options

5+ CPD courses before placement

Dedicated consultant support

Educator community access

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking Primary Teaching Assistants to support children across Rochdale's primary schools. Roles range from daily supply to short-term and long-term placements, offering the flexibility to choose a suitable assignment.

Whether you’re an experienced TA or seeking to build experience, Milk Education provides support in finding a school where you can make a real difference and develop your skills through CPD courses before placement.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children is desirable.
• Previous school or classroom experience is advantageous.
• Passion for supporting children and helping them achieve.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Patient, adaptable and nurturing approach.
• Ability to support a range of learning needs.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• Reliable and professional approach to working in schools.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the class teacher to support daily learning
• Deliver targeted one-to-one and small-group interventions
• Support pupils during lessons and independent activities
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning
• Provide additional support for pupils with SEND where appropriate
• Encourage positive behaviour and good learning habits
• Support classroom organisation and preparation
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Promote pupil wellbeing, confidence and independence
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Patience and adaptability

Safeguarding knowledge

Reliability

Support diverse learning needs

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant - Rochdale

Are you a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about helping children learn, grow and succeed? I'm currently recruiting for enthusiastic Primary Teaching Assistants to work across schools in Rochdale. I have opportunities ranging from day-to-day supply to short-term and longer-term placements, giving you the flexibility to find a role that works for you.

Whether you're an experienced TA or looking to build on your experience working with children, I can support you in finding a school where you can make a real difference.

About the School

You'll be joining a supportive Rochdale primary school that places a strong emphasis on creating a nurturing, inclusive and engaging environment for its pupils. The school values teamwork and strong relationships between staff and pupils. You'll work closely with the class teacher and wider support team to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and feel confident in the classroom.

Your Responsibilities

• Work alongside the class teacher to support daily learning
• Deliver targeted one-to-one and small-group interventions
• Support pupils during lessons and independent activities
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning
• Provide additional support for pupils with SEND where appropriate
• Encourage positive behaviour and good learning habits
• Support classroom organisation and preparation
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Promote pupil wellbeing, confidence and independence
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience working with children is desirable
• Previous school or classroom experience is advantageous
• Passion for supporting children and helping them achieve
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Patient, adaptable and nurturing approach
• Ability to support a range of learning needs
• Good understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
• Reliable and professional approach to working in schools

Why Choose Milk Education?

At Milk Education, we're more than a supply agency - we're a community for educators.

• Competitive rates of pay
• Flexible day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities
• 5+ CPD courses before placement, including Safeguarding, SEND and Behaviour
• Further accredited training through Milk Academy
• Dedicated support from me as your personal consultant
• School preparation packs and useful school guides
• Free PSHE lesson plans and teaching resources
• Free educator wellbeing resources
• Access to a supportive educator community
• Opportunities with trusted Priority Partnership schools
• Culture-matched placements based on your strengths and preferences
• Potential temp-to-perm opportunities

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to the appropriate compliance and safer recruitment checks.