New Directions Education is working with a SEMH primary school in Trafford that is looking for a full-time teaching assistant to join them from September. This is longer-term with potential for a contract beyond this point.
The School:
Specialist primary school that is dedicated support for children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them to engage positively with learning, build emotional resilience, and develop appropriate coping strategies.
Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ with Outstanding features, the school is recognised for its strong leadership, high-quality teaching, and commitment to pupil development.
An inspiring learning environment caters to the needs of every pupil with encouragement to succeed to the best of their ability at all times
The Role:
Full-time KS2 classroom support working with learners with SEMH needs
Small specialist classes of between 5-8 learners with SEMH needs – with a strong focus on teaching and learning
Working with other adults/ professionals – including outside agencies to promote the best possible bespoke support for the student and their needs
The Candidate:
Experience working with primary aged pupils in a SEMH school or similar setting
Team Teach certificate is desired but not essential for this role
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
A dedicated and expert Account Manager
Regular and varied supply work
Competitive rates of pay
Potential long-term teaching roles
Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
A network of branches across the UK
Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
Recommend-a-friend scheme
Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment
Business in relation
to this vacancy.