New Directions Education is looking for a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a large SEND school in St Helens. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a caring, supportive background who is passionate about helping children with complex needs to thrive in a structured, nurturing school environment.
About the School
Large, well-established SEND school in St Helens
Supports pupils with complex needs, including ASD, SEMH, and learning difficulties
Positive, calm environment with minimal behavioural challenges
About the Role
Support pupils with complex needs in the classroom and during structured activities
Assist with personalised learning programmes and communication strategies
Provide support with daily routines and emotional wellbeing
We welcome applicants from non-school backgrounds, including: Care work / residential care, Complex needs support, Support work, Nursing or healthcare, Social care or similar people-focused roles
Essential Requirements
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)
Strong references covering the last 5 years
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
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment
Business in relation
to this vacancy.