Supporting Pupil Wellbeing with the Right Staff and the Right Conversations
Supporting Pupil Wellbeing with the Right Staff and the Right Conversations Pupil wellbeing is shaped by many things. It is shaped by the adults pupils see every day, the routines they rely on, the support they can access and the conversations they feel able to have. That is why Milk Education and Unbottled work so […]
PSHE, Staffing and Student Support: A Joined-Up Approach for Schools
PSHE, Staffing and Student Support: A Joined-Up Approach for Schools PSHE is an essential part of school life. It gives pupils space to explore wellbeing, relationships, online safety, identity, risk, decision-making and life beyond the classroom. But for many schools, delivering PSHE consistently and confidently can be challenging, especially when staffing pressure, pupil need and […]
How Milk Education Supports Schools Beyond Staffing Through Unbottled
How Milk Education Supports Schools Beyond Staffing Through Unbottled Schools need more than staffing support. They need trusted partners who understand the pressures of the school day, the importance of safeguarding, the complexity of pupil wellbeing and the need for meaningful conversations that support young people beyond the classroom. Milk Education supports schools with supply […]
School Experience Before PGCE: How to Build Your Classroom Confidence
Thinking about applying for a PGCE? Before taking that step, it can be useful to gain school experience and understand what classroom life is really like. School experience can help you build confidence, develop practical skills and decide whether teaching is the right career path. It gives you insight into the pace, routines and responsibilities […]
Paid Classroom Experience Before Teacher Training: How Graduates Can Get Started
Thinking about teacher training but want classroom experience first? Gaining experience in schools before applying for teacher training can help you understand what teaching is really like and whether it is the right long-term path for you. Paid classroom experience can also help you build confidence, develop practical skills and learn how schools operate day […]
Teaching Assistant Jobs in Liverpool: How to Find Local School Roles
Searching for teaching assistant jobs in Liverpool? Teaching assistant roles are a great way to support pupils, work in local schools and build a career in education. The role can be varied, practical and rewarding. You may support pupils with learning, help the class teacher, work one-to-one with a child or help small groups build […]
SEND Teaching Assistant Jobs: What to Expect and How to Apply
SEND teaching assistant jobs can be some of the most rewarding roles in education. They give you the opportunity to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, helping them feel included, understood and ready to learn. The role can also be challenging, so the right experience and attitude matter. Pupils may need support with […]
Supply Agency Safeguarding Checks: What Schools Should Expect Before Booking Staff
When a school books supply staff, safeguarding must come first. Speed matters when a class needs cover, but schools should never feel uncertain about who is entering the building or whether the correct checks have taken place. Whether you are booking a supply teacher, teaching assistant, SEND support assistant, cover supervisor or long-term member of […]
What the 2026 Supply Teachers and Education Recruitment Framework Means for Schools
Schools and academy trusts need supply staff they can trust. When cover is needed quickly, it can be tempting to focus only on availability, but the strongest staffing decisions are built around suitability, safeguarding, compliance and consistency. The 2026 Supply Teachers and Education Recruitment framework has made many school leaders, trust leaders, school business managers […]
Graduate Teaching Assistant Jobs: How to Start Your Education Career
Graduate teaching assistant jobs can be a great first step into education. They allow graduates to work directly with pupils, support teachers and understand school life before deciding on teacher training or a longer-term education career. The role is practical, people-focused and varied. Some days may involve supporting whole-class learning, while others may focus on […]