Unqualified Behaviour Teaching Assistant

We’re recruiting on behalf of a specialist Pupil Referral Unit in Knowsley that supports young people who’ve struggled in mainstream education due to medical, social, emotional, or behavioural needs. This is a setting where relationships matter, progress is personal, and every day brings the chance to make a real impact.

This is a great opportunity for a new or experienced educator to become a familiar face in a school where staffing, culture and community go hand in hand.

You’ll be joining a supportive, inclusive school that puts wellbeing and community at the centre of everything they do. It’s a good fit for someone who wants to become a familiar face in a school that values consistency.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils one-to-one and in small groups, responding to their individual needs
• Helping deliver catch-up sessions to close learning gaps
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour strategies
• Build trust and consistency through 1:1 and small group work
• Help students re-engage with learning and develop resilience
• Model positive behaviour and encourage reflection

Requirements or Skills:

• Recent experience working in a school or education setting

• Has experience in youth work, care, or education (formal or informal)

• Is calm, patient, and confident in challenging situations

• Understands the importance of empathy, boundaries, and consistency

• Wants to learn and grow within a specialist setting

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.

Interested? Click ‘Apply Now’ or drop me a message — happy to chat through the details.

Phone: 0151 519 0800

Email: Lucie.kivlehan@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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