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We’re currently recruiting for Level 3 Teaching Assistants to work across various primary schools throughout Salford, with opportunities available starting ASAP on a day-to-day, short-term or long-term basis.

You’ll have the opportunity to work across a range of progressive, friendly and well-established schools, gaining experience across different year groups and settings while developing your skills and building your education career.

Whether you’re looking for a better work-life balance, looking to build on your existing experience, returning to a school-based role or simply want greater flexibility, working as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant with Milk Education can provide the right opportunities for you.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Supporting teachers with the planning and delivery of engaging learning activities across the primary curriculum.

• Providing targeted one-to-one and small-group support to pupils.

• Supporting pupils with their academic, social and emotional development.

• Using your experience to adapt learning activities to meet individual pupil needs.

• Supporting pupils with SEND and implementing strategies recommended by teachers and other professionals.

• Supporting positive behaviour management and encouraging positive attitudes towards learning.

• Helping pupils develop their confidence, independence and communication skills.

• Working with pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 depending on the needs of the school.

• Building positive relationships with pupils and acting as a positive role model.

• Supporting classroom preparation, organisation and general day-to-day activities.

• Working collaboratively with teachers, SEND staff and the wider school team.

• Upholding safeguarding procedures and promoting the welfare of all children and young people.

Requirements or Skills:

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a primary school setting.

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND would be highly desirable.

• Strong understanding of supporting children's learning and development.

• Confident behaviour management and classroom support skills.

• A genuine passion for education and helping pupils reach their potential.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.

• A flexible, adaptable and reliable approach to working across different school environments.

• The ability to quickly build positive relationships with pupils and school staff.

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

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 – we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths.

· Priority Partnership school network – access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives.

· 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) 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 – because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact.

· School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides – so you walk in ready on day one.

· 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ensure your journey is personal.

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.

Click ‘Apply Now’ or get in touch for a confidential chat about the role.

Phone: 0161 327 0001

Email: callum.wright@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.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief 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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