Teaching Assistant

AMA Admin; South Shields; On-site; GBP 23,068 - 25,025; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting Teaching Assistants to support pupils across South Tyneside. You will provide 1:1 and small group support, including learners with SEND, autism and speech and language needs, helping them thrive academically and socially.

Join welcoming primary schools and help deliver engaging lessons, support classroom organisation, and foster confidence and independence. Flexible hours available across full-time, part-time and supply roles, with immediate start.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification such as CACHE Level 2/3 or NVQ is desirable but not essential.
• Experience working with children in schools, nurseries, or care settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to pupil needs.
• Support children with SEND, including autism, ADHD and speech and language needs.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons.
• Encourage positive behaviour, confidence and independence.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
• Prepare classroom resources and support organisation.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers.

Skills

1:1 support

Small group support

SEND support

Lesson delivery

Behaviour support

Inclusive learning

Resource preparation

Progress feedback

Education

CACHE Level 2/3

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Primary Schools (South Tyneside)

Location: Primary Schools across South Tyneside
Pay: £507 - £550 per week (dependent on experience)
Hours: Monday - Friday | Flexible (Full-time, Part-time & Supply available)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Teaching Assistant Opportunity

Milk Education is working in partnership with a range of welcoming and inclusive primary schools across South Tyneside to recruit enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants.

This is a fantastic opportunity whether you are:

• An experienced Teaching Assistant looking for your next role
• A recent graduate considering a career in education
• Someone with childcare or support work experience wanting to transition into schools

You’ll be supporting pupils of varying abilities, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping them to thrive both academically and socially.

Your Role as a Teaching Assistant

As a TA, you will play a vital role in the day-to-day life of the classroom. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual pupil needs
• Supporting children with SEND, including autism, ADHD, and speech & language needs
• Assisting the class teacher in delivering creative and engaging lessons
• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence, and independence
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
• Preparing classroom resources and supporting general classroom organisation
• Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback to teachers

What We're Looking For in a Teaching Assistant

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about making a difference in children's lives. Ideal candidates will have:

• A relevant qualification (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3, NVQ, or equivalent) - desirable but not essential
• Previous experience working with children (schools, nurseries, youth work, or care settings)
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and c