Job Description

Primary School Teaching Assistant - Milton Keynes
Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Permanent
Pay: Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

Do you enjoy supporting children in their learning and helping them reach their full potential?

Are you looking for a rewarding role within a friendly primary school where you can make a meaningful impact every day?

We are working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Milton Keynes that is looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Primary School Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026 on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about education and eager to support pupils in developing academically, socially, and emotionally within a positive and nurturing learning environment.

The Role

  • Supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging and creative lessons across the primary curriculum

  • Working with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning and boost confidence

  • Providing additional support for children with SEND and varying learning needs

  • Assisting with phonics, reading, writing, numeracy, and classroom activities

  • Encouraging positive behaviour and helping to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment

  • Delivering targeted interventions to support pupil progress and achievement

  • Helping pupils develop independence, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning

  • Contributing to the wider life of the school and supporting children's overall wellbeing

This Role May Suit You If You

  • Are considering a future career in teaching, education, educational psychology, or SEND

  • Are passionate about helping children succeed both academically and personally

  • Want to gain valuable experience within a supportive primary school setting

  • Are looking for a rewarding permanent opportunity where no two days are the same

  • Enjoy working as part of a collaborative and dedicated school team

We Are Looking For Someone Who

  • Is caring, patient, enthusiastic, and committed to supporting young learners

  • Builds positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, and parents

  • Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Is adaptable, reliable, and able to use their own initiative

  • Works effectively as part of a team while remaining proactive in the classroom

  • Has experience working with children in education, childcare, youth work, coaching, care, or similar settings (desirable but not essential)

What the School Offers

  • A full-time permanent Teaching Assistant position within a welcoming primary school in Milton Keynes

  • Competitive salary based on experience

  • A supportive leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and development

  • High-quality CPD and ongoing training opportunities

  • Clear opportunities for career progression within education

  • A positive, inclusive school community where every member of staff is valued

  • The opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's learning, confidence, and future success

Build Your Career in Education

If you're passionate about supporting children and want to develop a rewarding long-term career in education, this could be the perfect opportunity.

Apply today to be considered for this Primary School Teaching Assistant role in Milton Keynes, starting September 2026.