Job Description
We are currently recruiting reliable and committed 1:1 Teaching Assistants to support pupils across both SEND and mainstream primary schools on the Wirral.
With increasing demand across local schools, we are looking for candidates who are passionate about supporting children and able to build positive, consistent relationships.
The Role
1. Providing 1:1 support for pupils across a range of age groups
2. Supporting children with additional needs within SEND and mainstream settings
3. Assisting with learning, engagement and behaviour
4. Helping pupils access the curriculum and classroom activities
5. Working closely with teachers and SEN staff
What We’re Looking For
6. Experience working with children in a school, care or support setting
7. A patient, nurturing and proactive approach
8. Strong communication and behaviour management skills
9. Reliable and committed individuals available for full-time work
10. SEND experience beneficial but not essential
What’s On Offer
11. ASAP start opportunities
12. Full-time roles across Wirral primary schools
13. Opportunities within both mainstream and specialist SEND settings
14. Ongoing and long-term opportunities available
This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to gain regular school-based experience and make a real difference to pupils who need additional support.
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;
15. NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant
16. NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant
17. Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
18. CACHE Level 3 in Childcare & Education
19. 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:
20. Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
21. Dyslexia
22. Dyspraxia
23. Multi-Sensory Impairment (MSI)
24. Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
25. Profound and Moderate Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
26. Emotional Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
27. Severe Learning Difficulties
28. Physical Disabilities (PD).
As a teaching assistant you’ll be expected to:
29. Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the head teacher, ALNCO and class teachers
30. Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Programmes (IEP) for students and help monitor their progress
31. Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
32. Assist class teachers with maintaining student records
33. Support students with emotional or behavioural problems and help develop their social skills.
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
34. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
35. Regular and varied supply work
36. Competitive rates of pay
37. Potential long-term teaching roles
38. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
39. A network of branches across the UK
40. Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
41. Recommend-a-friend scheme
42. 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.