New Directions is currently recruiting confident and proactive Teaching Assistants to support learning in secondary schools across Cardiff. These roles are ideal for individuals who are passionate about working with young people and keen to gain experience in a classroom environment.
As a Secondary TA, you’ll be working alongside teachers to support pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities to assist in specific subject areas (e.g., English, Maths, Science), provide targeted intervention, or support students with additional needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Support pupils in lessons, ensuring they stay on task and understand content
Provide 1:1 or small group intervention, including SEN or EAL support
Assist teachers with lesson delivery, resource preparation, and classroom management
Promote positive behaviour and engagement in line with school policies
Support the pastoral and academic development of pupils across year groups
Ideal Candidate:
Previous experience working with secondary-aged pupils (preferred)
Interest in education, youth work, or pursuing a teaching career
Excellent communication and behaviour management skills
A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2/3) or equivalent experience is a plus
Why Join New Directions?
Competitive daily pay
Flexible working options
A wide range of placements to suit your experience and availability
Access to free in person and online training
A dedicated consultant supporting your career in education
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
A dedicated and expert Account Manager
Regular and varied supply work
Competitive rates of pay
Potential long-term roles
Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
A network of branches across the UK
One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
Recommend-a-friend scheme
Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
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