Trainee Teaching Assistant, Liverpool

  • Location: Liverpool
  • Duration: Long term placement
  • Salary: £450 - 500 per day
  • Start date: 08/09/2025
  • Job Type: Temporary
  • Sector: Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
  • Posted:

Job Description

New Directions Education are currently recruiting for Trainee Teaching Assistants to work in a welcoming and inclusive SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) school in Liverpool. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity with excellent potential for development and permanent employment for the right candidates.

The School:

  • A supportive and specialist SEND setting that caters to children and young people with a range of additional needs, including autism, learning difficulties, and complex behavioural needs
  • Known for its nurturing environment, dedicated staff, and strong focus on pupil wellbeing and progress
  • Offers tailored learning approaches, high staff-to-student ratios, and a collaborative team ethos that values every member of staff

The Role:

  • Full-time Trainee Teaching Assistant position supporting pupils with special educational needs in both group and one-to-one settings
  • Assist with classroom routines, learning activities, and the delivery of personalised support plans under the guidance of experienced teachers and support staff
  • Contribute to a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere where every child is encouraged to thrive
  • No previous school-based experience is required – full online training and support will be provided prior to placement

The Ideal Teaching Assistant:

  • Individuals from a care, coaching, social care, nursery, childcare, or psychology background are highly encouraged to apply
  • Be willing to provide employment references in the last 5 years
  • Must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check and register with the Update Service if not already done so

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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