Year 3 SEND Teaching Assistant

AMA Admin; Standish; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Fast-track compliance

Flexible days and hours

CPD courses

Free PSHE resources

Educator Wellbeing resources

Supportive consultant

School network access

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting for a Year 3 SEND Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in Standish (WN6). You will work one-to-one with a Year 3 child on a long-term, temporary basis, with a 08:30–15:30 schedule and a 30-minute lunch break.

This role supports learning, inclusion, and catch-up sessions within a faith-based school community. Excellent numeracy and literacy skills, plus recent school experience and a Level 2/3 qualification or equivalent, are expected.

Qualifications

• Recent experience working in a school or education setting
• Solid numeracy and literacy skills
• Level 2/3 qualification in childcare, education or similar — or equivalent hands-on experience
• Comfortable taking direction from the class teacher and working as part of a team

Responsibilities

• One-to-one support for a Year 3 pupil
• Deliver catch-up sessions to close learning gaps
• Assist with lesson planning and adapting resources
• Promote an inclusive classroom environment

Skills

Numeracy skills

Literacy skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Level 2/3 qualification in childcare or education or equivalent

Job description

Year 3 SEND Teaching Assistant

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 SEND Teaching Assistant to join a Primary School in Standish, WN6 to work one-to-one with a Year 3 child. This role is on a long-term basis, starting as soon as possible and is a temporary role. The full-time working hours are 08:30am- 15:30pm and you will have a 30-minute lunch break.

You'll be joining a Primary School who learn through faith, love and respect who boast an ambitious curriculum. This is a great opportunity for a new or experienced educator to become a familiar face in a school where staffing, culture and community go hand in hand.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Supporting a Year 3 pupil one-to-one, 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

Requirements or Skills:

• Recent experience working in a school or education setting
• Solid numeracy and literacy skills
• A Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare, education or similar — or equivalent hands-on experience
• Comfortable taking direction from the class teacher and working as part of a team

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, 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.

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.

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