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  • Manchester
  • £107.71 - 120.00 per day

Primary Teaching Assistant

Primary Teaching Assistant – Primary School in Dukinfield

Milk Education are working with a welcoming and supportive primary school in Dukinfield who are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and reliable Primary Teaching Assistant to join their team ASAP.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about helping children learn, develop and reach their full potential in a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

You will work alongside experienced teachers to support pupils with their learning, encourage confidence and independence, and help create an engaging and supportive atmosphere throughout the school day.

The school welcomes applications from experienced Teaching Assistants, graduates and candidates with transferable experience from childcare, tutoring, youth work, coaching or similar settings.

Your Role

As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Support the class teacher with day-to-day classroom activities and lesson preparation.
  • Provide one-to-one and small-group support to help pupils with their learning.
  • Assist with literacy, numeracy and other curriculum activities.
  • Encourage positive behaviour, confidence and independence.
  • Help pupils stay focused, engaged and motivated during lessons.
  • Support children’s social and emotional development.
  • Prepare learning resources and help maintain an organised classroom.
  • Build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
  • Help create a safe, inclusive and welcoming learning environment.
  • Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies.

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

  • Has experience working with children in a school, nursery, childcare or similar setting (desirable).
  • Is enthusiastic, patient, caring and approachable.
  • Has a genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development.
  • Can work effectively as part of a team and follow teachers’ instructions.
  • Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Can adapt to the needs of different pupils.
  • Is proactive, flexible and keen to learn.
  • Understands the importance of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Previous Teaching Assistant experience is desirable but not essential. Graduates and candidates with transferable experience from childcare, tutoring, youth work, volunteering or coaching are encouraged to apply.

What’s in It for You?

  • Competitive daily rates of pay (£107.71 per day minimum).
  • Full-time opportunity in a mainstream primary school in Dukinfield.
  • Valuable classroom experience.
  • Ongoing CPD and training through Milk Academy.
  • Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
  • Opportunities to develop your skills and confidence in education.
  • The chance to make a genuine difference to children’s lives.

Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience and the requirements of the assignment.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity to gain experience in a mainstream primary school in Dukinfield, we’d love to hear from you!

Whether you’re an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to take your first step into education, this is a great opportunity to develop your skills and make a positive impact.

Click ‘Apply Now’ or contact:

miranda.wells@milk-education.co.uk

Why Choose Milk Education?

We’re bottled differently here at Milk, with national coverage and offices in your local area. We take a whole-school approach to staffing, culture and school impact, connecting educators with schools that value consistency, wellbeing and community.

With Priority Partnerships, enrichment programmes, CPD and our Unbottled and Make Life Kind initiatives, we’re rethinking what a recruitment agency can be.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Please note that Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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