Job Description
New Directions Education is recruiting on behalf of a warm and inclusive primary school in the Bradley (HD2) area, seeking a committed 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a lovely little boy in Year 1. This full-time role begins in September 2025 for the full academic year.
This rewarding position involves providing consistent 1:1 support to a child who is mostly nonverbal and requires guidance throughout the day. Your role will focus on supporting his learning, helping him to self-regulate, and promoting engagement with activities alongside his peers. While he faces communication challenges, he is a gentle and loving child with no behavioural issues.
You will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to help implement a tailored learning plan that supports his social, emotional and academic development.
1:1 Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:
1. Provide patient and consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day
2. Use simple communication techniques
3. Encourage engagement in classroom activities and routines
4. Support self-regulation strategies and emotional well-being
5. Work collaboratively with school staff and parents/carers
6. Assist with recording progress and adapting support based on the child’s needs
1:1 Teaching Assistant Requirements:
7. Has experience supporting children with additional needs
8. Demonstrates a caring, calm and empathetic approach
9. Has a strong understanding of early child development and SEN practices
10. Communicates effectively with both children and adults
11. Is reliable, flexible, and able to build trusting relationships
12. Holds a relevant TA qualification (Level 2 or 3 preferred), though experience may be considered
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
13. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
14. Regular and varied supply work
15. Competitive rates of pay
16. Potential long-term teaching roles
17. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
18. A network of branches across the UK
19. Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
20. Recommend-a-friend scheme
21. 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.
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New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.