We are currently recruiting Teaching Assistants for long-term opportunities within primary schools across the Wirral starting in September 2027.
Schools are already beginning to meet with potential candidates ahead of the new academic year, making this the perfect time to get registered and secure your next role early.
The Role
Supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2
Working 1:1, in small groups and within the classroom
Supporting learning, engagement and behaviour
Working closely with teachers and SEN staff
Helping to create positive and inclusive learning environments
What We’re Looking For
Experience working with children or within a school setting
A patient, proactive and reliable approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
SEND experience beneficial but not essential
Passion for supporting children’s learning and development
What’s On Offer
Long-term opportunities starting September 2027
Roles across a variety of Wirral primary schools
Opportunity to secure work ahead of the new academic year
Schools actively meeting candidates now
Don’t leave it too late, schools are already planning ahead and arranging meetings with strong candidates for September starts.
Apply now with New Directions Education!
Job Specification
Teaching, Learning or Classroom Assistants are now vital resources for teachers and are heavily relied upon in schools.
We specialise in recruiting Teaching Assistants (TA) who are qualified in the following;
NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant
NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
CACHE Level 3 in Childcare & Education
BTEC National Certificate in Childhood Studies (Nursery Nursing).
We’ll also consider experienced Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) who have previously held a job in a primary school or assisted a pupil in the role in a secondary school but do not hold any of the above qualifications.
Jobs in additional learning needs (ALN)
A large number of our jobs are in ALN and we fill many vacancies in schools with candidates who have particular experience in working with children classified as having:
Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Dyslexia
Dyspraxia
Multi-Sensory Impairment (MSI)
Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
Profound and Moderate Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
Emotional Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
Severe Learning Difficulties
Physical Disabilities (PD).
As a teaching assistant you’ll be expected to:
Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the head teacher, ALNCO and class teachers
Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Programmes (IEP) for students and help monitor their progress
Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
Assist class teachers with maintaining student records
Support students with emotional or behavioural problems and help develop their social skills.
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.