Primary Teaching Assistant, Cheshire East

Job Description

Cheshire East (Term Time Only)

Pay: £88.92 – £100 per day

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm

We are seeking enthusiastic and adaptable Primary Teaching Assistants to support a range of primary schools across Cheshire East. This role offers flexible working opportunities, including day-to-day supply, short-term placements, and long-term assignments, depending on the evolving needs of our partner schools.

As a Teaching Assistant, you may receive early-morning calls for same-day cover or be booked in advance for upcoming requirements. Your responsibilities will include supporting classroom teachers, assisting with learning activities, working with small groups or individual pupils, and helping to maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment.

We are particularly interested in speaking with candidates who have prior experience within an educational setting; however, full training can be provided for individuals who demonstrate the right attitude, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn.

For the right candidates, there may also be opportunities to transition onto a direct school contract, offering long-term stability and career development. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting children’s learning, confident in adapting to different school environments, and keen to make a meaningful impact across multiple classrooms.

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.

Apply or Find Out More:

All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

To apply, click Apply Now and upload your most recent CV detailing your prior experience.

Alternatively, for an informal chat about the role, contact Emma Elder at the Wirral office on 01515 150 822 or email [email protected].

If this isn’t the right opportunity, we’d love to discuss other roles we’re working on that might better align with your experience and goals, we look forward to hearing from you.

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