Job Description
New Directions Education are currently recruiting a resilient and dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to work in a welcoming primary school in the Sandbach area. This is a full-time role supporting a Key Stage 1 student who requires additional support with behaviour and engagement throughout the school day.
The school is a community-focused and nurturing setting with a strong emphasis on inclusion, positive relationships, and pupil wellbeing. Staff work collaboratively to provide tailored support for children with additional needs, creating a supportive environment where all pupils are encouraged to succeed both academically and personally.
The Role:
• Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a KS1 student with challenging behaviour
• Supporting the student to engage positively with learning and classroom routines
• Implementing behaviour support strategies in line with school policies
• Building a positive and trusting relationship with the student
• Supporting emotional regulation and social development
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and pastoral staff
• Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting a safe learning environment
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback where required
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
• Experience working with children with behavioural or additional needs (desirable)
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with children and staff
• A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable)
• A full driving licence and access to transport (desirable)
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a meaningful difference through tailored 1:1 support within a supportive primary school environment.
All applicants must have, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check and provide appropriate professional references.
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 teaching roles
5. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
6. A network of branches across the UK
7. Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
8. Recommend-a-friend scheme
9. 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, Wirral branch.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.