Pastoral & Child Development Teaching Assistant, Tameside

  • Location: Tameside
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Salary: £450 - 525 per week
  • Start date: As soon as possible
  • Job Type: Temporary
  • Sector: Primary Education
  • Posted:

Job Description

Teaching Assistant – Tameside
£450–£500 Weekly Pay (PAYE – No Umbrella Company)
Full-Time | Long-Term Roles | Immediate Start

New Directions are recruiting a Level 2 Teaching Assistant for a welcoming primary school in Tameside. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

The Role

  • Support pupils across KS1 and KS2 with both learning and emotional development
  • Work 1:1 and in small groups supporting pupils who may need additional encouragement to engage in learning
  • Help pupils develop confidence, emotional regulation and positive classroom behaviours
  • Work closely with the class teacher and pastoral team to create a calm, supportive learning environment

The School

  • Ofsted-rated Good with strong leadership and a supportive staff team
  • Inclusive school with a strong focus on pupil wellbeing and readiness to learn
  • Welcoming environment where Teaching Assistants are valued and supported

The Candidate

  • Experience working with Primary Aged
  • Experience working with children in schools, childcare, youth work or support roles
  • Calm, patient and positive approach with strong relationship-building skills

Why Join New Directions?

  • £450–£525 weekly PAYE (no umbrella deductions)
  • Dedicated consultant support
  • Access to free CPD training
  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

Apply today to start making a real difference in a Tameside primary school

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.

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