Job Description
New Directions Education are currently recruiting for a dedicated and nurturing 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil within a mainstream primary school in Cardiff.
This rewarding role involves working closely with a pupil who requires additional support to access the curriculum, build confidence, and thrive within the classroom environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing consistent, tailored support throughout the school day.
Key Responsibilities
Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
Support the pupil’s academic progress through adapted activities
Implement strategies to support behaviour, focus, and emotional regulation
Work closely with the class teacher and ALNCo to follow individual support plans
Encourage independence, confidence, and social interaction
Support transitions and daily classroom routines
What We’re Looking For
Experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school setting
Experience supporting ALN/SEN (e.g. ASD, ADHD, speech & language needs) is highly desirable
A calm, patient, and proactive approach
Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust with pupils
A genuine passion for supporting children to reach their full potential
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 roles
5. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
6. A network of branches across the UK
7. One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
8. We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
9. Recommend-a-friend scheme
10. 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, Cardiff West branch.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.