Job Description
New Directions Education is seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a child with autism in Year 3.
The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to provide tailored support that meets the child’s individual needs, helping them to engage fully with learning activities and develop their social and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Provide one-to-one support during lessons and activities
2. Implement strategies to promote focus, independence, and confidence
3. Support the child’s social and emotional development
4. Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external professionals
5. Help create a positive and inclusive classroom environment
Requirements:
6. Experience working with children
7. A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach
8. Strong communication and teamwork skills
9. Relevant qualifications or classroom experience preferred
If you’re passionate about making a positive difference in a child’s education and development, we’d love to hear from you.
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
10. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
11. Regular and varied supply work
12. Competitive rates of pay
13. Potential long-term teaching roles
14. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
15. A network of branches across the UK
16. Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
17. Recommend-a-friend scheme
18. 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.