Teaching Assistant 1:1, Neath Port Talbot

Job Description

Job Description

We are recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to work on a one-to-one basis at a Primary School in Neath

The successful candidate will need to implement creative learning techniques to engage pupils, who need extra support with literacy and numeracy. There may also be children with low self-esteem, emotional and behavioural difficulties that also need extra care and encouragement.

An important part of this role is to build a positive and trusting relationship with the pupils. The successful candidate will need to have a calm demeanour and be committed, as well as encouraging.

Previous experience of working with pupils with behaviour difficulties, on a one-to-one basis and a group basis will be beneficial for this job role.

You will need:

• A minimum of 3 months child-based experience
• Contactable references
• A Child only DBS – or be willing to undertake one via New Directions
• A willingness to complete mandatory training when required

Job Specification

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

We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check.

Please contact New Directions Education Ltd, Swansea branch, for more information on this job vacancy, on 01792 620180 or click Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy.

Job Specification