Teaching Assistant

AMA Admin; Coventry; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

APSCo Compliance+ accreditation

Flexible hours

CPD courses before placement

Free PSHE resources

Wellbeing resources

Support from dedicated consultant

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting for Teaching Assistants to join secondary schools in Coventry. This flexible role supports pupils across subjects, with one-to-one and small group work, under the guidance of classroom teachers.

You will work with SEND learners and assist with resources, behaviours, and lesson delivery. Ideal candidates bring secondary school experience, calm communication, and a proactive approach to safeguarding, training, and ongoing development.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting pupils in a secondary school setting.
• Understanding of strategies for supporting mixed-ability and SEND learners.
• Calm, patient, and able to build positive, supportive relationships with pupils.
• Confident assisting learning across a range of subjects and key stages.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Adaptable across different school environments and classroom needs.
• Professional, reliable, and proactive approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare.
• Willingness to take part in training and ongoing development.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils across different subjects.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging, inclusive, and accessible learning activities.
• Support pupils with additional needs to ensure full participation in lessons.
• Promote positive behaviour and follow school behaviour expectations.
• Help prepare resources and assist with general classroom organisation.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and good study habits.
• Monitor pupil progress and share relevant observations with teaching staff.
• Support wider school duties and routines during longer-term placements.

Skills

Secondary setting experience

SEND support

Calm and patient

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptable

Professional attitude

Safeguarding awareness

Willingness to training

Job description

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 Teaching Assistants to join Secondary Schools in Coventry.

This is a flexible opportunity, ideal for Secondary Teaching Assistants who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different school settings. You will be supporting pupils in Coventry and the surrounding areas, helping them access learning and succeed across a range of subjects. We can match the schools to areas you are comfortable travelling to.

Role:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils across different subjects
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging, inclusive, and accessible learning activities
• Support pupils with additional needs to ensure full participation in lessons
• Promote positive behaviour and follow school behaviour expectations
• Help prepare resources and assist with general classroom organisation
• Encourage independence, confidence, and good study habits
• Monitor pupil progress and share relevant observations with teaching staff
• Support wider school duties and routines during longer-term placements

Ideal Secondary Teaching Assistant:

• Previous experience supporting pupils in a secondary school setting
• Understanding of strategies for supporting mixed-ability and SEND learners
• Calm, patient, and able to build positive, supportive relationships with pupils
• Confident assisting learning across a range of subjects and key stages
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Adaptable across different school environments and classroom needs
• Professional, reliable, and proactive approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare
• Willingness to take part in training and ongoing development

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.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and