Job Description
New Directions are currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to work in a primary school based in Bradford, starting in September 2025. This is a full-time, long-term position with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.
The School:
1. A welcoming and inclusive primary school with a strong community ethos and a commitment to pupil well-being.
2. Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, with praise for its dedicated staff, strong leadership, and engaging curriculum.
3. Provides a supportive learning environment that encourages all pupils to reach their full potential across both academic and personal development.
The Role:
4. A full-time classroom support position, assisting with day-to-day learning activities and classroom routines.
5. Provide targeted support to individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning and promote confidence and independence.
6. Work collaboratively with the class teacher to deliver high-quality teaching and maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
7. Support pupils’ social and emotional development, helping them to build positive relationships and manage their behaviour effectively.
The Candidate:
8. A recognised Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) is desirable but not essential.
9. Experience working with children in a classroom setting is preferred; however, we also welcome applications from individuals with backgrounds in care, support work, sports coaching, or psychology.
10. Demonstrates patience, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development.
11. Has strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
12. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
13. Regular and varied supply work
14. Competitive rates of pay
15. Potential long-term teaching roles
16. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
17. A network of branches across the UK
18. Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
19. Recommend-a-friend scheme
20. 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 select Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy with New Directions Education Ltd, Leeds branch.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.