New Directions Education are looking for enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistants (TAs) to work in a variety of primary schools across the Wirral. We have opportunities for both long-term placements and ad hoc supply roles, supporting children on a 1:1 basis or carrying out general classroom support duties.
What the Role Involves:
Supporting pupils with their learning, both individually and in groups
Assisting the class teacher with classroom management and daily routines
Helping to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment
Providing additional support for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) if required
Building positive relationships with pupils and staff
What We’re Looking For:
Experience working with children (school, childcare or youth work preferred)
A caring, patient and adaptable approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Willingness to support pupils with a range of needs
Level 2/3 TA qualification desirable but not essential
If you’re looking to make a difference in a primary school setting and want flexible or long-term work, register with New Directions Education today!
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.
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
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