Aspiring Teachers – Paid Classroom Experience | York
Primary & Secondary Schools Across York | Full-Time Opportunities | Flexible Start Dates
Are you considering a career in teaching but want to gain valuable classroom experience before committing to a PGCE or teacher training?
Milk Education is working with welcoming primary and secondary schools across York and the surrounding areas who are looking for enthusiastic Aspiring Teachers to join their teams as Teaching Assistants, Cover Supervisors, Learning Support Assistants, and Behaviour Mentors.
This is the perfect opportunity to develop your classroom confidence, work alongside experienced teachers, and gain the hands-on experience that teacher training providers value.
Hours & Contract
- Monday–Friday, 08:30–15:30
- Full-time opportunities available
- Short-term, long-term, and permanent roles
- Flexible start dates available
Your Role & Responsibilities
- Support pupils across the classroom, on a 1:1 basis, and in small groups.
- Deliver pre-planned lessons as a Cover Supervisor where required.
- Encourage positive behaviour and engagement with learning.
- Support pupils with additional learning needs, including SEN.
- Build positive relationships with pupils, teachers, and parents.
- Gain valuable experience across a variety of year groups and subjects.
- Develop the confidence and practical skills needed for a future teaching career.
Who We're Looking For
This role is ideal for:
- Graduates considering a PGCE, SCITT, Schools Direct or other teacher training routes.
- Aspiring teachers looking to gain paid classroom experience.
- Individuals with experience working with children or young people through coaching, tutoring, mentoring, youth work or volunteering.
- Confident, enthusiastic and proactive individuals with a genuine passion for education.
No formal teaching qualifications are required—just a positive attitude and a desire to inspire the next generation.
Why Choose Milk Education?
Milk Education is an eco-friendly, purpose-driven supply agency with a mission to be the MOST REWARDING agency to work both with and for.
You'll benefit from:
- Competitive daily pay.
- Valuable classroom experience before teacher training.
- Opportunities in a variety of York primary and secondary schools.
- Free CPD and professional development.
- Behaviour management and safeguarding training.
- Wellbeing support.
- 24/7 support from your dedicated consultant.
- Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions.
Interested?
Click 'Apply Now' or contact us today:
📧 miles.fortune@milk-education.co.uk
📞 0113 418 0100
Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited. All applicants will undergo enhanced safeguarding and compliance checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and APSCo guidelines.