Year 1 Teaching Assistant — Supportive Classrooms

AMA Admin; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Opportunities across the area

Long-term, full-time roles

Fast-track registration

Perks Portal access

Free PSHE lesson plans

Wellbeing support

School prep pack

Dedicated consultant

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting a Year 1 Teaching Assistant to support primary schools across Stockton-on-Tees and surrounding areas from September 2026. The role involves assisting the class teacher, supporting phonics and early reading, and helping pupils develop confidence and independence.

Long-term, full-time opportunities are available with a fast-track compliance process and ongoing consultant support. A caring approach and experience in Key Stage 1 are desirable.

Qualifications

• This role is for Year 1 teaching support in primary schools.
• Experience in a primary setting or with young learners is desirable.
• Phonics, early reading, writing or maths experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with engaging Year 1 activities.
• Provide targeted help in phonics, reading, writing and maths.
• Encourage confidence and independence in pupils.
• Support individuals and small groups to aid development.
• Observe progress and give feedback to the teacher.
• Promote a calm, inclusive classroom environment and behaviour.
• Support children with SEND where required.
• Assist with personal care where necessary.
• Build relationships with pupils, parents and staff.

Skills

Level 2 TA

Level 3 TA

Primary school support

Phonics/early reading support

Good communication

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 TA qualification

Job description

Milk Education is recruiting a Year 1 Teaching Assistant to support primary schools across Stockton-on-Tees and surrounding areas from September 2026. The role involves assisting the class teacher, supporting phonics and early reading, and helping pupils develop confidence and independence.

Long-term, full-time opportunities are available with a fast-track compliance process and ongoing consultant support. A caring approach and experience in Key Stage 1 are desirable.