Teaching Assistant- Behaviour Support Deeside

New Directions; Flint; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible supply opportunities

Local primary school experience

Dedicated recruitment team

Potential long-term placements

Job summary

New Directions Education is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to support primary pupils with behavioural difficulties across Deeside. You will work 1:1 and in small groups, helping children engage with learning and regulate emotions in a safe, supportive environment.

Successful candidates will be patient, calm and resilient, with strong teamwork and communication skills. DBS checks and safeguarding commitments are standard in our roles, with flexible supply opportunities and potential

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with behavioural difficulties or additional learning needs.
• Patient, calm and resilient approach.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Supporting primary-aged pupils with behavioural difficulties on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Helping children manage their emotions and develop positive behaviour strategies.
• Supporting pupils who may become dysregulated or display challenging behaviour.
• Encouraging engagement in classroom activities and helping children overcome barriers to learning.
• Providing a calm, consistent and nurturing approach.
• Working closely with teachers and other school staff to support pupils’ individual needs.

Skills

Experience working with behavioural -d

Patient and calm demeanor

Resilience

Strong communication

Teamwork

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting children with behavioural difficulties and helping them reach their full potential?

New Directions Education is looking for dedicated, patient and resilient Teaching Assistants to work in primary schools across Deeside, supporting pupils who may experience behavioural difficulties and need additional support to engage with learning.

These rewarding roles are ideal for individuals who can build positive relationships with children, provide consistent support and help pupils manage their emotions and behaviour in a safe, structured environment.

The Role:

• Supporting primary-aged pupils with behavioural difficulties on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Helping children manage their emotions and develop positive behaviour strategies.
• Supporting pupils who may become dysregulated or display challenging behaviour.
• Encouraging engagement in classroom activities and helping children overcome barriers to learning.
• Providing a calm, consistent and nurturing approach.
• Working closely with teachers and other school staff to support pupils’ individual needs.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children with behavioural difficulties or additional learning needs is desirable.
• A patient, calm and resilient approach.
• Confidence managing challenging situations and responding positively when children become dysregulated.
• The ability to build trusting relationships and establish clear boundaries.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A genuine passion for helping children develop socially, emotionally and academically.

Why Work with New Directions Education?

• Flexible supply opportunities to suit your availability.
• Opportunities to gain experience in local primary schools.
• Support from a friendly and dedicated recruitment team.
• The chance to make a real difference to children’s education and wellbeing.

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

• A dedicated and expert Account Manager
• Regular and varied supply work
• Competitive rates of pay
• Potential long-term roles
• Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
• A network of branches across the UK
• One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
• We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
• 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.