Learning Support Assistant- Key Stage 2, Wirral

Job Description

New Directions Education are looking for experienced Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join primary schools across the Wirral.

Location: Wirral
Roles: Long-term, part-time, full-time, and ad hoc supply opportunities available

About the Role:
You’ll be supporting KS2 pupils in the classroom, assisting teachers with learning activities, and helping small groups or individual students reach their potential. Experience supporting SATS focus groups is beneficial but not essential — the right candidate will be enthusiastic, adaptable, and ready to make a real difference.

What We’re Looking For:
– Previous experience supporting pupils in KS2
– Confident working with small groups and one-to-one support
– Positive, flexible, and proactive approach
– TA qualification or relevant experience in a school setting

Why Join New Directions?
– Flexible working opportunities across Wirral schools
– Supportive local team and ongoing guidance
– Access to both short- and long-term placements
– Chance to gain varied experience across multiple school settings

Apply today to join New Directions Education and help KS2 pupils thrive in a supportive learning environment!

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.

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.