Teaching Assistant, Sefton

  • Location: Sefton
  • Duration: Long term placement
  • Salary: £88.96 - 95 per day
  • Start date: As soon as possible
  • Job Type: Temporary
  • Sector: Primary Education
  • Posted:

Job Description

New Directions Education is recruiting committed and enthusiastic Trainee Teacher Assistants to support a welcoming mainstream primary school in Sefton with a large and well-established SEND provision. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to begin a rewarding career in education and make a real difference to children’s learning and development.

About the School:

  • A supportive and inclusive primary school catering for pupils aged 4–11.
  • Strong SEND base offering targeted support for pupils with a range of additional needs including Autism, speech and language needs, learning difficulties and social, emotional and mental health needs.

The Role:

  • Provide classroom support across EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2.
  • Work 1:1 or in small groups with pupils who require additional help with learning, communication or behaviour.
  • Contribute to a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment.

Who We’re Looking For:

  • Patient, caring and passionate about supporting children of all abilities.
  • Transferable experience from care, social care, the NHS, youth work, coaching, childcare or similar settings is highly valued.
  • Must have at least 6 months of referencable experience from the last 5 years.
  • No prior school experience required – full training and ongoing guidance provided.
  • Willing to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide employment references from 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 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

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

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