Primary Teaching Assistant

New Directions; Wirral; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional education recruitment agency is seeking Bank Teaching Assistants to support a primary school in Bromborough. The role offers flexibility with day-to-day and short-term cover as needed. Candidates should have experience working with primary-aged children, be adaptable, and possess a caring approach to education. This position provides an opportunity for varied school work, competitive pay rates, and the chance to join a supportive school environment in the Wirral area.

Benefits

Flexible work to suit your schedule

Competitive rates of pay

Opportunities to gain experience across different key stages

Support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting primary-aged children required.
• Ability to build rapport with staff and students is essential.
• A caring and adaptable approach to education is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Assist in educational and social development of pupils.
• Implement Individual Education Programmes (IEP) for students.
• Support individual students both inside and outside the classroom.
• Maintain student records and monitor their progress.

Skills

Experience working with primary-aged children

A positive, adaptable and caring approach

Ability to build strong relationships with staff and pupils

Education

Level 2 or above qualification

NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant

NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

CACHE Level 3 in Childcare & Education

BTEC National Certificate in Childhood Studies

Job description

Job Description

New Directions Education is working closely with a fantastic primary school in Bromborough to build a regular pool of reliable and enthusiastic Bank Teaching Assistants to support across all stages of the school.

Location: Bromborough

Hours: Flexible – day-to-day and short‑term cover

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

This is a great opportunity for Teaching Assistants who are looking for flexible work within a friendly and supportive school environment. You’ll have the chance to work across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, providing both general classroom support and 1 : 1 assistance where needed.

We’re Looking For

• Experience working with primary‑aged children
• A positive, adaptable and caring approach
• Ability to build strong relationships with staff and pupils
• Level 2 or above qualification (preferred but not essential)

Why Work with New Directions?

• Flexible work to suit your schedule
• Competitive rates of pay
• Opportunities to gain experience across different key stages
• Support from a dedicated Wirral consultant

If you’re looking to join a welcoming school community and enjoy variety in your role, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today to become part of the New Directions team and support this lovely Bromborough primary school.

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;

• NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant
• NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant
• Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
• CACHE Level 3 in Childcare & Education
• 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 :

• Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Dyslexia
• Dyspraxia
• Multi‑Sensory Impairment (MSI)
Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
• Profound and Moderate Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
• Emotional Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
• Severe Learning Difficulties
• Physical Disabilities (PD)

As a Teaching Assistant you’ll be expected to :

• Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the head teacher, ALNCO and class teachers
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Programmes (IEP) for students and help monitor their progress
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
• Assist class teachers with maintaining student records
• Support students with emotional or behavioural problems and help develop their social skills.

What New Directions Education Ltd offers :

• A dedicated and expert Account Manager
• Regular and varied supply work
• Competitive rates of pay
• Potential long‑term teaching roles
• Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
• A network of branches across the UK
• Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
• Recommend‑a‑friend scheme
• 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.