Job Description
A primary school in Wallasey is looking to appoint a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support within an F2 (Reception) class.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a child’s early education and development.
The Role
1. Providing 1:1 support for a pupil in an F2 class
2. Supporting learning, engagement and daily routines
3. Assisting with early years development and play-based learning
4. Working closely with the class teacher and SEN staff
5. Helping to create a nurturing and structured environment
What We’re Looking For
6. Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification
7. Experience working within EYFS
8. Experience supporting children 1:1 (desirable)
9. A patient, nurturing and proactive approach
10. Strong communication and relationship-building skills
What’s On Offer
11. ASAP start available
12. Opportunity to work in a supportive school environment
13. A rewarding role within early years education
If you’re an experienced TA with a passion for EYFS and 1:1 support, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with New Directions Education.
Job Specification
Teaching, Learning or Classroom Assistants are now vital resources for teachers and are heavily relied upon in schools.
We specialise in recruiting Teaching Assistants (TA) who are qualified in the following;
14. NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant
15. NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant
16. Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
17. CACHE Level 3 in Childcare & Education
18. BTEC National Certificate in Childhood Studies (Nursery Nursing).
We’ll also consider experienced Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) who have previously held a job in a primary school or assisted a pupil in the role in a secondary school but do not hold any of the above qualifications.
Jobs in additional learning needs (ALN)
A large number of our jobs are in ALN and we fill many vacancies in schools with candidates who have particular experience in working with children classified as having:
19. Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
20. Dyslexia
21. Dyspraxia
22. Multi-Sensory Impairment (MSI)
23. Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
24. Profound and Moderate Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
25. Emotional Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
26. Severe Learning Difficulties
27. Physical Disabilities (PD).
As a teaching assistant you’ll be expected to:
28. Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the head teacher, ALNCO and class teachers
29. Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Programmes (IEP) for students and help monitor their progress
30. Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
31. Assist class teachers with maintaining student records
32. Support students with emotional or behavioural problems and help develop their social skills.
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
33. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
34. Regular and varied supply work
35. Competitive rates of pay
36. Potential long-term teaching roles
37. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
38. A network of branches across the UK
39. Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
40. Recommend-a-friend scheme
41. 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.