Teaching Assistant - Secondary

AMA Admin; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 19,872 - 21,217; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education is partnering with a welcoming secondary school in Birkenhead to recruit a Teaching Assistant. This full/part-time role supports KS3 and KS4 students, assisting with learning activities and behavior management.

Competitive daily pay (£107.71–£115.00) and flexible working patterns are offered, with APSCo compliant onboarding and ongoing consultant support to help you settle in quickly.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• A patient, caring and proactive approach is required.
• Confidence supporting students with varying learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging lessons across a range of subjects.
• Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Providing additional support to students with SEND, SEMH or other learning needs where required.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting an inclusive learning environment.
• Helping to prepare classroom resources and maintain a safe learning space.
• Building positive relationships with students, staff and parents.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Proactive approach

Experience with children

Education

Education-related qualification

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Birkenhead Full-time | Part-time | Long-term | Permanent Opportunities Available £107.71 - £115.00 per day

Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential?

Milk Education is working in partnership with a welcoming secondary school in Birkenhead looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference by supporting students across KS3 and KS4, helping them to engage with learning, build confidence and reach their goals.

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, a recent graduate, or someone with transferable experience working with young people, we'd love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging lessons across a range of subjects.

• Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning.

• Providing additional support to students with SEND, SEMH or other learning needs where required.

• Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting an inclusive learning environment.

• Helping to prepare classroom resources and maintain a safe learning space.

• Building positive relationships with students, staff and parents.

We would love to hear from candidates who have:

• Previous experience working with children or young people (school-based experience is desirable but not essential).

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• A patient, caring and proactive approach.

• Confidence supporting students with varying learning needs.

• A genuine passion for education and helping young people succeed.

• Relevant qualifications or transferable experience in education, childcare, youth work, coaching or mentoring.

Why choose Milk Education?

At Milk, we know that every educator is different. That's why we take the time to understand your career goals and match you with schools where you can make a genuine impact.

You’ll benefit from:

• 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.

Interested?