Graduates, Education ​/ Teaching, Elementary School

Calling all Graduates local to Wigan! Are you a graduate looking to gain school-based experience before embarking on a career in teaching or the education sector? Do you have a passion for working with young people and making a positive impact on their school journey? Milk Education is currently working with Primary schools throughout Wigan that are looking to appoint Graduates on a full-time basis.

You will be working with children who require both academic and pastoral support to ensure they are reaching their expected levels of progress.

You will have the opportunity to work with children on a 1:1 basis and on a group basis, providing tailored intervention sessions as well as supporting full class teachers in the classroom.

There will also be opportunities to cover lessons, gaining invaluable experience prior to starting a PGCE or schools direct teacher training programme.

We are looking for aspiring teachers who have graduated in any of the following subjects:

• Maths
• English
• Science
• Humanities (History, Geography, RE)
• Languages
• Art and Design
• Psychology or Social Sciences
• Sport & Physical Activity
• Open to any subject

Key criteria:

• Must have a university degree 2:2 or above
• Previous experience of working with young people would be beneficial but not essential
• Clear desire to work with young people and become a teacher in the future
• Must be able to provide a minimum of two references within the past two years
• Willingness to undertake CPD training as asked by Milk Education and your placement school

Benefits to YOU:

• 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.