1:1 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 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a supportive Primary School in Nottingham on a long-term basis starting in September.

You’ll be joining an inclusive school that is committed to ensuring every pupil receives the individual support they need to succeed. You’ll work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to provide consistent one-to-one support throughout the school day.

This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant who enjoys building positive relationships and helping pupils develop confidence, independence and a love of learning.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Providing dedicated one-to-one support to a pupil
• Helping the pupil access lessons and participate in classroom activities
• Supporting literacy, numeracy and wider curriculum learning
• Delivering targeted interventions and learning activities
• Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Encouraging independence, confidence and social development
• Working closely with the class teacher and wider school team
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback to teaching staff

Requirements or Skills:

• Recent experience working with children in a school or education setting
• Previous 1:1 experience is desirable
• Experience supporting SEND or additional needs is advantageous
• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable
• Patient, nurturing and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• 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 for the highest safer recruitment standards
• 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, designed by real teachers
• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub
• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides
• 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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