Teaching Assistant – Primary (Leeds)

Milk Education; Leeds; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with temp-to-perm

Flexible days and hours

CPD courses through Milk Academy

PSHE lesson plans and resources

Wellbeing resources and community hub

24/7 consultant support

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Leeds on a long-term basis starting in September. You will support pupils one-to-one and in small groups, collaborate with the class teacher, and help deliver engaging activities across the curriculum.

The role emphasizes supporting literacy and numeracy, developing positive behaviours, and assisting children with additional needs.

Qualifications

• Recent experience working with children in a school or education setting.
• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Experience supporting SEND pupils is advantageous.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Working alongside the class teacher to deliver engaging learning activities.
• Supporting literacy, numeracy and wider curriculum interventions.
• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours.
• Supporting children with additional needs where required.
• Preparing classroom resources and helping maintain an engaging learning environment.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Supporting positive behaviour and the overall wellbeing of pupils.

Skills

Recent school experience

Literacy/numeracy support

SEND experience

Teamwork

Patient, caring

Communication

Passion for learning

Education

Level 2/3 TA qualification desirable

Job description

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 welcoming Primary School in Leeds on a long-term basis starting in September.

You’ll be joining a caring and supportive school that places wellbeing, high expectations and positive relationships at the heart of its community. The school is committed to providing a happy, purposeful environment where every child is encouraged to achieve its potential.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant or someone looking to develop their career in education while becoming a valued member of a close-knit school team.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups

• Working alongside the class teacher to deliver engaging learning activities

• Supporting literacy, numeracy and wider curriculum interventions

• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours

• Supporting children with additional needs where required

• Preparing classroom resources and helping maintain an engaging learning environment

• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff and families

• Supporting positive behaviour and the overall wellbeing of pupils

Requirements or Skills:

• Recent experience working with children in a school or education setting

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable

• Strong literacy and numeracy skills

• Experience supporting SEND pupils is advantageous

• Patient, caring and adaptable approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and 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

• Priority Partnership school network

• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy

• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources

• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub

• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides

• 24/7 support from your personal consultant

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.

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

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.