Job Description
We are currently recruiting Teaching Assistants for long-term opportunities within primary schools across the Wirral starting in September 2027.
Schools are already beginning to meet with potential candidates ahead of the new academic year, making this the perfect time to get registered and secure your next role early.
The Role
1. Supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2
2. Working 1:1, in small groups and within the classroom
3. Supporting learning, engagement and behaviour
4. Working closely with teachers and SEN staff
5. Helping to create positive and inclusive learning environments
What We’re Looking For
6. Experience working with children or within a school setting
7. A patient, proactive and reliable approach
8. Strong communication and teamwork skills
9. SEND experience beneficial but not essential
10. Passion for supporting children’s learning and development
What’s On Offer
11. Long-term opportunities starting September 2027
12. Roles across a variety of Wirral primary schools
13. Opportunity to secure work ahead of the new academic year
14. Schools actively meeting candidates now
Don’t leave it too late, schools are already planning ahead and arranging meetings with strong candidates for September starts.
Apply now with New Directions Education!
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;
15. NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant
16. NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant
17. Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
18. CACHE Level 3 in Childcare & Education
19. 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:
20. Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
21. Dyslexia
22. Dyspraxia
23. Multi-Sensory Impairment (MSI)
24. Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
25. Profound and Moderate Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
26. Emotional Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
27. Severe Learning Difficulties
28. Physical Disabilities (PD).
As a teaching assistant you’ll be expected to:
29. Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the head teacher, ALNCO and class teachers
30. Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Programmes (IEP) for students and help monitor their progress
31. Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
32. Assist class teachers with maintaining student records
33. Support students with emotional or behavioural problems and help develop their social skills.
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
34. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
35. Regular and varied supply work
36. Competitive rates of pay
37. Potential long-term teaching roles
38. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
39. A network of branches across the UK
40. Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
41. Recommend-a-friend scheme
42. 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, Wirral branch.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.