Graduate Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - North

Graduate Teaching Assistant
- Secondary School
- North Manchester

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 supportive and community-focused secondary school environment in North Manchester, focused on pupil wellbeing, personal development and academic progress.

This is a great opportunity for a recent graduate or aspiring teacher to gain valuable experience in a secondary school and become a familiar face within the school community.

You'll be joining a positive and inclusive setting where staff work together to support pupils both inside and outside the classroom. It's a good fit for someone who wants to gain practical education experience before progressing into teaching, educational psychology, youth work or another education-based career.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils individually and in small groups
• Helping teachers deliver interventions and additional learning support
• Assisting with classroom resources and day-to-day learning activities
• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence and engagement with education

• A recent degree or relevant higher-level qualification
• Experience working with children or young people would be advantageous
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Passionate about working with young people and keen to develop practical experience within secondary education

• 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.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accr