Job Description
New Directions is working with a Teaching Assistant in an SEMH Primary School in Trafford. This is a full-time, long-term role with the potential for a permanent position for the right candidate.
The School:
1. Provides dedicated support for children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them to engage positively with learning, build emotional resilience, and develop appropriate coping strategies.
2. A recent Ofsted report praises the school for its broad curriculum and commitment to student welfare
3. An inspiring, bespoke learning environment where each child’s needs are catered for
The Role:
4. Full-time classroom support role supporting teaching and learning across KS1-2
5. Specifically supporting pupils with SEMH and associated behavioral needs through use of de-escalation techniques
6. Leading small group interventions in Maths and English
The Candidate:
7. Holding a Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) is desirable but not essential. A Team Teach qualification is desirable but not essential as training can be provided by New Directions Education
8. Experience working with learners with SEMH needs in a classroom setting is preferred; however, we also welcome applications from individuals with backgrounds in care, support work, sports coaching, or psychology.
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
9. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
10. Regular and varied supply work
11. Competitive rates of pay
12. Potential long-term teaching roles
13. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
14. A network of branches across the UK
15. Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
16. Recommend-a-friend scheme
17. 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 (formerly CRB) 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.