Job Description
New Directions are seeking a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in South Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about supporting children in their learning and development and helping them to achieve their full potential.
This is a full-time role starting in September 2026 and will continue on an ongoing basis. The school is open to candidates who have experience working with children in a variety of settings, meaning previous school-based experience is not essential. Experience gained through childcare, youth work, sports coaching, tutoring, holiday clubs, residential care or similar environments will be considered.
The Role
• Support pupils across the primary age range within the classroom and during small group activities
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive learning experiences
• Encourage pupils’ academic, social and emotional development
• Help to create a positive, nurturing and stimulating learning environment
• Support pupils with varying abilities to access learning and reach their potential
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other professionals to support pupil progress
The Candidate
• Experience working with children is essential, whether within a school or another child-focused setting
• A genuine passion for supporting children and helping them succeed
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive, patient and proactive approach
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Teaching Assistant qualifications are desirable but not essential
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
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, Manchester branch.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.