Teaching Assistant

About Us:

At Milk Education, we are committed to supporting education professionals at every stage of their career. We do more than simply connect Teaching Assistants with schools – we provide ongoing support, access to high-quality training, and opportunities to develop your skills in welcoming and inclusive learning environments. We are currently recruiting dedicated Teaching Assistants to work across a network of Primary Schools in Hartlepool on a range of flexible and long-term placements.

This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to build experience within primary education while making a positive impact on pupils’ learning and development. Our partner schools are passionate about creating supportive, inclusive classrooms where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential both academically and personally.

Teaching Assistant main responsibilities will include:

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging lessons across the primary curriculum.
• Providing one-to-one and small group intervention sessions to help pupils achieve their learning goals.
• Delivering tailored academic and pastoral support to meet the individual needs of pupils.
• Encouraging an inclusive learning environment where every child feels valued, supported, and able to participate.
• Assisting with the preparation and adaptation of classroom resources to support high-quality learning.
• Helping to create a positive, safe, and stimulating classroom environment that promotes pupil wellbeing.
• Building positive relationships with pupils to encourage confidence, engagement, and independence.
• Supporting positive behaviour by following school policies and classroom expectations.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, school staff, and parents where appropriate to support pupil progress.
• Recording observations and providing feedback to teaching staff when required.

Teaching Assistant requirements or skills:

• Recent experience working within an educational setting.
• Confident literacy and numeracy skills.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification (CACHE, Childcare, NNEB) or equivalent relevant experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships.
• A patient, caring, and adaptable approach to supporting children within the classroom.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a school team while following the direction of teaching staff.

Teaching Assistant Benefits:

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Fast registration and streamlined compliance process.
• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability.
• Opportunities to work across a variety of welcoming Primary Schools throughout Hartlepool.
• Access to our five-star rated education agency with strong partnerships across local schools and academy trusts.
• Exclusive discounts through our Perks Portal.
• Free professional development through over 1,000 CPD courses via Milk Academy.
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and classroom resources created by experienced education professionals.
• FREE wellbeing resources, including our Educator Wellbeing eBook and wellbeing hub.
• School Preparation Packs containing key school information before your placement begins.
• Ongoing guidance and support from your dedicated Milk Education consultant throughout your assignment.
• Access to our Unbottled wellbeing and speaker programme.
• The opportunity to work with the UK’s only eco-friendly education supply agency.

This position is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will reflect your qualifications, relevant experience, and the specific requirements of the placement.

Interested?

Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application or contact us for an informal discussion about the role.

Phone:
01642 983001

Email:
anna.wilson@milk-education.co.uk

Why Choose Milk Education?

Milk Education is a values-led education supply agency that puts educators at the centre of everything we do. We are passionate about matching talented professionals with schools across the UK while supporting career progression, wellbeing, and long-term success.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. As an APSCo Compliance+ accredited agency, we adhere to the highest standards of safer recruitment. All successful applicants will be subject to compliance and vetting checks in accordance with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidance.

Milk Education is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or age.