Unqualified Teaching Assistant

Milk Education; Chester-le-Street; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

APSCo compliant safety standards

Flexible days and hours

Culture-matched placements

5+ CPD courses through Milk Academy

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting an Unqualified Teaching Assistant to join a Primary School in Chester-le-Street on a long- or short-term basis starting in September.

You will support pupils one-to-one and in small groups, help deliver catch-up sessions to close gaps, and assist with lesson planning alongside the class teacher in a welcoming, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Recent experience working in a school or education setting (preferred).
• Solid numeracy and literacy skills.
• Level 2/3 childcare or education qualification (preferred) or equivalent hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils one-to-one and in small groups, responding to their individual needs.
• Helping deliver catch-up sessions to close learning gaps.
• Working alongside the class teacher on lesson planning and adapting resources.
• Promoting an accepting, inclusive classroom where every student feels they belong.

Skills

Numeracy skills

Literacy skills

Experience in education

Team player

Passion for children

Education

Level 2/3 childcare qualification

Education-related qualification

Job description

Unqualified Teaching Assistant

Milk Education is more than a supply partner –we’rea community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support.

We’recurrently recruiting for an Unqualified Teaching Assistantto join aPrimary Schoolin Chester-le-Street on a long- or short-term basis starting in September.

You’llbe joining asupportive, inclusive school that puts wellbeing and community at thecenterof everything they do.It’sa good fit for someone who wants to become a familiar face in a school that values consistency.

Unqualified Teaching Assistant – Main Responsibilities:

• Supporting pupils one-to-one and in small groups, responding to their individual needs
• Helping deliver catch-up sessions to close learning gaps
• Working alongside the class teacher on lesson planning and adapting resources
• Promoting an accepting, inclusive classroom where every student feels they belong

Unqualified Teaching Assistant – Requirements or Skills:

• Recent experience working in a school or education setting (preferred)
• Solid numeracy and literacy skills
• A Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare, education or similar — or equivalent hands-on experience (preferred)
• Comfortable taking direction from the class teacher and working as part of a team
• Passion for working with children
• No relocation, lives locally to the Northeast

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,enrichmentand 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 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.

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