Teaching Assistant – Primary (Nottingham)
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 supportive Primary School in Nottingham on a long-term basis starting in September.
You’ll be joining an inclusive and welcoming school that values teamwork, consistency and pupil wellbeing. This is a great opportunity for an experienced TA or someone with relevant childcare or education experience looking to build their career within a primary setting.
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Supporting pupils across the classroom with their learning
- Providing one-to-one and small group support
- Supporting literacy, numeracy and reading activities
- Assisting the class teacher with lessons and resources
- Supporting pupils with SEND where required
- Encouraging positive behaviour and independence
- Delivering interventions and targeted learning activities
- Creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment
Requirements or Skills:
- Previous experience working with children is desirable
- School or education experience is advantageous
- Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Education, Childcare or Supporting Teaching and Learning is desirable
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Patient, reliable and adaptable approach
- Good literacy and numeracy skills
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare
Benefits:
- Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available
- Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance – APSCo Compliance+ accredited
- 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
- 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.
Interested? Click ‘Apply Now’ or drop me a message — happy to chat through the details.
Phone: 0115 772 2772
Email: christin.rabone@milk-education.co.uk
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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