General Teaching Assistant – Year 4

New Directions Group; Warrington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

New Directions Group in Warrington, WA5, is recruiting a General Teaching Assistant for a full-time, long-term role starting ASAP with potential for permanence. You will support Year 4 pupils, assisting the class teacher and delivering cross-curricular support to help pupils progress.

The role requires a positive, patient, and proactive approach, with strong communication and the ability to build relationships with children and staff. Pay is £450–£500 per week via PAYE.

Qualifications

• Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent is desirable but not essential.
• Previous experience working with children in a primary school or classroom setting is preferred.
• Backgrounds in childcare, sports coaching, youth work, care, or other roles involving children are welcomed.
• Positive, patient and proactive approach to supporting children's learning.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Reliability, adaptability and enthusiasm to help children reach their potential.

Responsibilities

• Support Year 4 pupils, helping access the curriculum.
• Assist with delivering lessons across the primary curriculum.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to reinforce learning.
• Assist with classroom management, promote positive behaviour and independence.
• Prepare learning resources and maintain an engaging learning environment.
• Adapt support to meet pupils' individual learning needs.

Skills

TA qualification

Experience with children

Strong communication

Reliability & adaptability

Patience

Job description

Location: Warrington, WA5
Pay: £450–£500 per week (PAYE – No Umbrella Company)

New Directions are currently recruiting for a General Teaching Assistant to work in a primary school in Warrington, WA5, supporting pupils in Year 4. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity, starting as soon as possible, with the potential for a permanent position for the right candidate.

The School

• Provides a welcoming, inclusive learning environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential.
• Is committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning, supporting pupils’ academic progress, confidence, and personal development.
• Promotes positive behaviour, pupil engagement, and a supportive classroom environment where all children can thrive.

The Role

• Full-time classroom support role working with Year 4 pupils, helping them access the curriculum and engage positively with learning.
• Support the class teacher in delivering lessons across the primary curriculum, including English, Maths, and other subjects.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to reinforce learning, develop understanding, and help pupils make progress.
• Assist with classroom management, encourage positive behaviour, and promote pupils’ independence and confidence.
• Prepare learning resources, support classroom activities, and help maintain a safe, organised, and engaging learning environment.
• Adapt support to meet pupils’ individual learning needs and work collaboratively with the class teacher and wider school team.

The Candidate

• A Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent is desirable but not essential.
• Previous experience working with children in a primary school or classroom setting is preferred.
• We also welcome applicants with backgrounds in childcare, sports coaching, youth work, care, or other roles involving children and young people.
• Has a positive, patient, and proactive approach to supporting children’s learning and development.
• Demonstrates strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Is reliable, adaptable, and passionate about helping children achieve their potential