Job Description
A primary school on the Wirral is looking for a highly experienced Level 2 Teaching Assistant to cover a maternity leave starting 13th April.
This is a 2.5 day per week role (Wednesday–Friday) and could run for up to a year making it a brilliant opportunity for someone looking for regular, secure part-time work.
The Split:
Wednesday & Thursday – EYFS
Strong early years knowledge essential. Confident supporting learning through play, routines and early development.
Friday – Year 6
Supporting upper KS2 pupils. Good subject knowledge and confidence with Year 6 expectations required.
This role needs a TA who can confidently move between Early Years and Year 6 therefore, experience in both is essential.
We’re looking for:
1. Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification
2. Proven experience in EYFS and KS2 (ideally Year 6)
3. Strong curriculum knowledge
4. Confident behaviour management
5. Professional, reliable and proactive approach
6. Ability to build positive relationships quickly
This is not an entry-level role; the school is looking for someone experienced who can step in and maintain high standards from day one.
Start Date: 13th April
Location: Wirral
Hours: 2.5 days (Wed–Fri)
Contract: Maternity cover – up to 1 year
If you’re an experienced TA looking for a solid, long-term part-time role, this is a fantastic opportunity.
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;
7. NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant
8. NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant
9. Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
10. CACHE Level 3 in Childcare & Education
11. 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:
12. Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
13. Dyslexia
14. Dyspraxia
15. Multi-Sensory Impairment (MSI)
16. Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
17. Profound and Moderate Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
18. Emotional Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
19. Severe Learning Difficulties
20. Physical Disabilities (PD).
As a teaching assistant you’ll be expected to:
21. Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the head teacher, ALNCO and class teachers
22. Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Programmes (IEP) for students and help monitor their progress
23. Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
24. Assist class teachers with maintaining student records
25. Support students with emotional or behavioural problems and help develop their social skills.
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
26. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
27. Regular and varied supply work
28. Competitive rates of pay
29. Potential long-term teaching roles
30. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
31. A network of branches across the UK
32. Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
33. Recommend-a-friend scheme
34. 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.