Teaching Assistant - Secondary
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Education / Teaching
Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Teaching Assistant
- Secondary School
- Bolton
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 Teaching Assistant to join a Secondary School in Manchester on a day-to-day, short-term or long-term basis
You'll be joining a modern and welcoming secondary school environment in Bolton, with a strong focus on inclusion, progress and developing confident young people.
This is a great opportunity for a passionate and committed Teaching Assistant to become a familiar face in a school where staffing, culture and community go hand in hand.
You’ll be joining a welcoming, pupil-focused setting where consistency, positive relationships and student progress are highly valued. It's a good fit for someone who wants to become a familiar face in a school and make a genuine difference to pupils' day-to-day learning.
Your main responsibilities will include:- Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils across the secondary setting
- Helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and develop their confidence
- Supporting teachers with classroom activities, resources and interventions
- Encouraging positive behaviour and helping create a calm, inclusive learning environment
Skills:
- Previous experience within a school, college or wider education environment is desirable
- Good literacy and numeracy skills
- A Level 2 or 3 qualification in education, childcare, youth work or a related area — or relevant practical experience
- Able to build positive relationships with young people and work collaboratively with teaching staff
- 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.
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