Unqualified/Qualified Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting young people to thrive in their education? Do you want to play a vital role in helping primary-age pupils build confidence, develop key skills, and reach their full potential? Milk Education is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Gateshead to appoint a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team.

Unqualified/Qualified Teaching Assistant – Key Responsibilities

Classroom Support

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
• Work with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups to reinforce learning
• Adapt resources and activities to meet individual learning needs
• Assist in preparing classroom materials and maintaining an organised learning environment

Supporting Pupil Progress

• Encourage pupils’ confidence, independence, and motivation
• Support children with additional needs to access the curriculum
• Help pupils stay focused and engaged during lessons
• Provide constructive feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress

Promoting Positive Behaviour & Wellbeing

• Model positive behaviour and attitudes to learning
• Support pupils in developing social skills and emotional regulation
• Use consistent behaviour management strategies in line with school policy
• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils based on trust and respect

Supporting Development & Life Skills

• Encourage communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Support pupils during transitions throughout the school day
• Promote inclusion and a sense of belonging within the classroom
• Contribute to a positive school culture where every child feels valued

Unqualified/Qualified Teaching Assistant – Essential Criteria

• Experience working with primary-aged children (school-based experience preferable)
• A patient, calm, and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development
• A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (preferred but not essential)
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH, or additional needs (preferred)
• Must live locally to Gateshead—no relocation

Unqualified/Qualified Teaching Assistant – Why Work with Milk Education?

Milk Education are an eco-friendly, purpose-driven supply agency, driven to make a change, with a mission to be the MOST REWARDING agency to work both with and for.

Benefits to YOU:

• Excellent rates of pay
• Health and wellbeing support
• Free lesson plans
• 24/7 access to your personal consultant
• Training support sessions
• Referral programme
• Support and guidance if you wish to progress into a permanent role

Unqualified/Qualified Teaching Assistant – Apply Now

If you’re ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people—supporting their learning, confidence, and future success—we’d love to hear from you.

Please email your CV to: elena.stain@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, 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.