Teaching Assistant – WLM

Job Description We are currently working with a number of friendly and inclusive schools across Denbighshire to recruit Welsh-speaking Teaching Assistants for supply work. This is an exciting opportunity for dedicated and adaptable individuals who are passionate about supporting pupils’ learning and development while promoting the Welsh language. Whether providing one-to-one support, assisting with small group activities, or contributing to a positive classroom environment, our partner schools are looking for teaching assistants who are patient, enthusiastic, and committed to helping every child succeed. Job Specification Working within a Welsh medium school is not only rewarding but essential in keeping the Welsh language prominent within our society. We are looking for reliable and responsible individuals, who are passionate about working with children to help them strive and make their school experience a fun and safe environment by giving them the tools to reach their full potential. Your responsibilities will be to support the teacher in delivering lessons and activities in a safe and engaging manner, assisting in the preparation of lessons plans and learning resources and encouraging positive behaviour and supporting the teacher with classroom management. Ideally, we ask for 3 months minimum experience working with children or have a child-based qualification. We do consider candidates who have transferable skills, this means having experience working in social care, coaching, or nursing. 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. As a Welsh Speaking Learning Support Assistant, you’ll be expected to: Have a good understanding of the Welsh Language 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 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 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, Wrexham branch. New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.