Job Description
New Directions Education is currently recruiting a caring and committed SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities in a welcoming school in Skelmersdale. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about inclusive education and supporting children to achieve their full potential.
The role is ideal for an individual with experience working with children who have additional needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, or learning difficulties.
About the School:
1. A friendly and inclusive school located in Skelmersdale.
2. Strong focus on pupil wellbeing, inclusion, and safeguarding.
3. Supportive leadership team with a collaborative staff culture.
4. Committed to providing tailored support to meet individual learning needs.
The Role:
5. Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
6. Support children with learning, communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
7. Work closely with the class teacher and SENDCo to implement EHCP targets and individual support plans.
8. Assist with classroom activities and adapt resources to meet pupils’ needs.
9. Promote positive behaviour and help pupils develop independence and confidence.
The Ideal Candidate:
10. Experience working as a Teaching Assistant or supporting children with SEND is highly desirable.
11. A patient, nurturing, and flexible approach to learning support.
12. Good understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice.
13. Strong communication and teamwork skills.
14. Willing to undertake an enhanced DBS check and provide employment references covering the last 5 years.
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
15. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
16. Regular and varied supply work
17. Competitive rates of pay
18. Potential long-term teaching roles
19. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
20. A network of branches across the UK
21. Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
22. Recommend-a-friend scheme
23. 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, Liverpool branch.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.