Year 1 Teaching Assistant – L21

Location: L21 Area, Liverpool
Start Date: September
Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday (8:30am–3:30pm)

Role Overview

Milk Education is recruiting a motivated and enthusiastic Year 1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming, two-form entry primary school in the L21 area of Liverpool. This role is ideal for experienced Teaching Assistants or individuals looking to further develop their skills within a supportive Key Stage 1 setting.

You will work closely with the Year 1 class teacher to support pupils academically, socially, and emotionally during this important stage of their education.

Classroom & School Support

• Two-form entry primary school rooted in the local community

• Supportive Year 1 teaching team

• Additional SEN Teaching Assistant support where required

• Collaborative KS1 and senior leadership team

• Opportunities for professional development and training

Key Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and effective lessons

• Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning

• Help create a positive, inclusive, and well-structured learning environment

• Support pupils with SEN and additional learning needs

• Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and confidence

• Assist with classroom organisation and preparation of learning resources

• Monitor and record pupil progress where appropriate

• Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, and wider school staff

What We’re Looking For

• Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant school-based experience

• Experience working within KS1 (Year 1 experience desirable)

• Experience supporting pupils with SEN is beneficial

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• A patient, nurturing, and child-centred approach

• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Why Work with Milk Education?

• Competitive rates of pay

• Ongoing pastoral and wellbeing support

• Access to free teaching resources and materials

• Continuous professional development opportunities

• 24/7 support from your dedicated consultant

Who Can Apply?

We welcome applications from:

• Qualified Teaching Assistants

• Experienced Learning Support Assistants

• Graduates seeking school-based experience

• Individuals with KS1 or SEN support experience

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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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