Job Description
New Directions Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic and motivated individuals to work as Teaching Assistants in a specialist PMLD school in Knowsley. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to begin or develop a career in education, supporting children and young people with complex needs in a rewarding and inclusive environment.
The School:
• A supportive and specialist PMLD setting in Knowsley, dedicated to providing a nurturing and structured environment for learners with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
• Focused on holistic development, communication, sensory integration, and life skills.
• Experienced and welcoming staff team with a strong emphasis on teamwork, care, and inclusion.
The Role:
• Support pupils with complex learning needs on a 1:1 basis or in small groups under the guidance of teaching and therapy staff.
• Assist with implementing personalised learning programmes and communication strategies.
• Provide support with physical and medical needs, including personal care and moving and handling.
• Contribute to creating a safe, engaging, and stimulating learning environment.
The Ideal Candidate:
• Must be comfortable with personal care and physical support routines.
• Experience is not essential — we welcome applications from those with backgrounds in care, nursing, healthcare, social work, or sports and youth coaching.
• Willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check and register with the Update Service, if not already done.
• Must provide employment references within the last 5 years
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
1. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
2. Regular and varied supply work
3. Competitive rates of pay
4. Potential long-term teaching roles
5. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
6. A network of branches across the UK
7. Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
8. Recommend-a-friend scheme
9. 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 check.
Please select Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy with New Directions Education Ltd, Liverpool branch.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.