New Directions Education is currently recruiting for Trainee Teaching Assistants to join a supportive and inclusive SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) school in Belle Vale, Liverpool. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity ideal for individuals looking to start a rewarding career in education. For the right candidates, there is strong potential for development and progression into permanent roles.
The School:
A nurturing and specialist SEND school based in Belle Vale, catering to Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Key Stage 1 (KS1) pupils
Supports children with a range of additional needs including autism, communication difficulties, global developmental delay, and social, emotional and behavioural needs
Provides a highly inclusive and caring environment, with a strong focus on pupil wellbeing, early intervention, and personalised learning
The Role:
Full-time Trainee Teaching Assistant position working with EYFS and KS1 pupils
Support pupils on a 1:1 basis or within small groups to help them engage in learning and daily routines
Assist the class teacher and experienced support staff with structured play, sensory activities, communication support, and the implementation of individual support plans
No prior school experience is required – full training will be provided before starting your placement
The Ideal Candidate Will:
Have experience or interest in working with children in early years, nursery, childcare, SEN, care work, social care, youth work, or related settings
Be able to provide references covering the last five years of employment or education
Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and register with the Update Service, if not already done so
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.