About Us

Milk Education is more than a supply partner — we are a community built for educators. Join us and gain access to accredited training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support. We are currently recruiting a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school conveniently located for candidates in Congleton. This position is available on a long-term basis with a temp-to-perm route for the right candidate.

You will be joining a warm, inclusive school within easy reach for anyone based in Congleton, where student wellbeing, academic progress, and community values sit at the heart of daily life. This is a brilliant opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who wants to become a familiar, trusted face in a local classroom environment.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils one-to-one and in small groups as a Teaching Assistant, tailored to their individual learning needs

• Assisting the class teacher with resource preparation and adapting activities to suit all learning styles

• Helping to run targeted literacy and numeracy catch-up sessions to close attainment gaps

• Promoting an encouraging, safe, and inclusive environment for pupils in Congleton

• Supporting pupils with additional educational needs or SEND where required

Requirements or Skills

• Recent experience working as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar child-focused role

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent hands-on experience

• Strong basic literacy and numeracy skills to effectively support primary curriculum delivery

• A patient, adaptable approach with strong communication skills, ideally suited for a school local to Congleton

• Ability to follow direction from class teachers while using your own initiative to support children in Congleton

Benefits

• Daily Rate: £107.71 - £115 per day (paid within the advertised scale based on experience)

• Fast-track registration and compliance – APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards

• Flexible working options local to Congleton to match your availability

• Culture-matched placements – we take the time to understand your strengths and match you with the right school culture

• Priority Partnership network – direct access to trusted schools throughout Congleton and surrounding areas

• 5+ CPD courses completed prior to placement (including Safeguarding, SEND, and Behaviour Management)

• FREE PSHE lesson plans and teaching resources designed by experienced educators

• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our supportive community hub

• School Preparation Pack with insightful local school guides and handover templates

• 24/7 support from your dedicated Milk Education consultant via their personal work mobile

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.

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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.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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