Are you passionate about supporting children’s emotional wellbeing as well as their learning? Do you believe that strong relationships and nurture are the foundations for success in school?
New Directions Education is recruiting a caring, patient, and dedicated Nurture Teaching Assistant to support pupils in Key Stage 2 within a nurturing and inclusive school environment.
This role is ideal for someone who understands that children may need extra emotional support to feel safe, regulated, and ready to learn.
About the role:
As a KS2 Nurture Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to support pupils who may experience social, emotional, or behavioural difficulties. You will help create a calm, predictable, and supportive environment where children can build confidence, resilience, and positive relationships.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting pupils in small nurture groups and 1:1 sessions
Helping children develop emotional regulation, self‑esteem, and social skills
Providing targeted support to help pupils re‑engage with learning
Supporting behaviour in a positive, consistent, and trauma‑informed way
Assisting with structured routines, transitions, and interventions
Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams
Observing, recording progress, and contributing to pupil reviews
Promoting a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
We’d love to hear from you if you:
Are calm, empathetic, and patient
Have experience supporting children in KS2 (school or alternative settings)
Have knowledge of nurture principles, SEMH needs, or trauma‑informed practice
Are confident managing behaviour using positive strategies
Are passionate about helping children feel understood, supported, and valued
Work well as part of a team and communicate effectively with staff and families
Experience & requirements:
Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar child‑focused role is desirable
A genuine interest in supporting children with additional emotional or behavioural needs
Willingness to complete safeguarding and relevant training if required
An Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply)
Why this role is so rewarding:
Make a meaningful difference in children’s lives
Support pupils at a crucial stage of their development
Be part of a caring, supportive school community
Develop valuable experience in nurture and SEMH support
Apply today
All roles are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.
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
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