New Directions Holdings Limited

Who are we? We are New Directions, a group of companies that provide UK wide services (including recruitment, training, care provision and other support services) within education, social care and the domiciliary care sector, from a network of offices across the UK. We have recently been recognised for our fantastic business achievements across a number of awards: Finalists for Best In-House HR Team and Excellence in HR - CIPD HR Wales Awards 2024 Winner of Best Employer, and Finalists for Best People Services, Best Business Services and Best Sustainability - Cardiff Life Awards 2024 Winner of Best Technology and overall, Platinum Award Winner (Checks Direct) - Cardiff Life Awards 2024 Highly commended for Skills Development - IOD Wales Awards 2024 Finalists for Best Temporary Recruitment Agency, Recruitment Agency of the Year 100+ employees and Most Effective Compliance Operation - Recruiter Awards 2024 Finalists for Scale-Up of the Year and Team of the Year (Checks Direct) - Fintech Wales Awards 2024 Finalists for Best Technology (Checks Direct) - EntreConf Awards 2024 Finalists for The Employer of the Year, Mid-Market Business of the Year Award and Family Business of the Year Award - Lloyd's Bank British Business Excellence Awards 2024 Finalists for Temporary Recruitment Company of the Year and Best Recruitment Company to work for (£50m to £100m) - TIARA Awards 2024 Finalists for Employer of the Year, Financial & Professional Services Business of the Year and Technology Business of the Year - Cardiff Business Awards 2024 Finalists for Business Services Business of the Year and Employer of the Year - South Wales Business Awards 2024 At New Directions, we deeply value our employees as the heart of our success, and we do this through our Impact Initiative. We recognise that each individual brings unique skills, perspectives, and dedication that drive our growth and innovation. We foster a culture of respect, inclusivity, and collaboration where every voice matters. By investing in professional development, well-being, and work-life balance, we ensure our people feel supported and empowered to thrive. We celebrate achievements, encourage creativity, and provide opportunities for advancement. In summary, our Impact Initiative makes sure you feel valued - with celebrations, wellbeing support, and chances to give back as a team. Job Purpose: To provide effective Customer Service and Support for Recruitment Consultants within the branch, including, client focused activities, fill bookings with quality staff that meet client requirements, administering recruitment and screening processes to support and maintain the candidate database, outbound & inbound phone activity to support branch KPI's. Please note that Welsh language is a requirement for this role. Main Duties: To build relationships with existing clients Outbound & inbound client phone activity Outbound and inbound candidate phone activity Deal with quires from clients and candidates Client & candidate weekly outbound timesheet confirmation Candidates check in calls Candidate evaluation calls Attend Client and candidate facing events. Take lead from the Recruitment Consultants/Branch Managers. Engage with clients on social media platforms. Creating external links to enhance the database of candidates. To sell the benefits to candidates of registering with New Directions To register candidates in locations onsite and offsite Pre-vetting, interviewing, and completing follow up tasks to get candidates through New Directions compliance and activated speedily. To contact on hold candidates and archived candidates to see if they are available to work for New Directions To provide administrative support to the Branch To complete Job Adverts and News Stories of the Branch To fill bookings with appropriate members of staff and confirm with schools. To send booking confirmations, profiles and any other appropriate documentation requested by the school. Using New Directions systems and managing telephone activity effectively Updating New Directions availability lists Managing payroll processes and obtaining the managing timesheets Calling referees and chasing up references including contact with Head Teachers Sending references (on new access systems) Updating notes on RDB Monitoring email inbox Liaising with Sales Support Hub on screen regarding pre-registered candidates Taking part in on call duties Able to confidently speak to Clients face to face or over the phone. Deal with client questions and queries in the absence of the Recruitment Consultant Other ad-hoc administrative duties and project required. Main responsibilities: Responsible for own individual performance in line with set KPIs Responsible for compliance with all relevant legislation, and processes, policies, and procedures Responsible for taking reasonable care of your own health and safety and ensuring that you take reasonable care not to put other people (including fellow employees and members of the public) at risk by what you do or do not do in the course of your job Responsible for safeguarding assets within your control and possession, including but not limited to hardware, software, systems, or information, and to report any suspected breach in security without delay, to the relevant personnel as required Responsible for the non-disclosure of any confidential information and/or trade secrets of the Company to third parties and/or the misuse of any confidential information and/or trade secrets of the Company for your own purpose/benefit Responsible for establishing, maintaining, and developing excellent working relationships with colleagues within your department and the wider Company Responsible for delivering exceptional levels of customer service; both to internal and external customers Responsible for communicating with people in a respectful, courteous, and professional manner at all times Knowledge, skills and experience: Understanding of recruitment and screening processes Excellent communication skills - written and verbal Excellent customer service skills Excellent time management skills with the ability to plan and prioritise effectively Knowledge of the education sector Results driven - strives for excellent results Competent user of RDB, screening, Swyx and Teams Knowledge of Child Safeguarding Knowledge of AWR regulations Knowledge of REC Code of Conduct Personal qualities: Ability to effectively solve problems Ability to build quality relationships Ability to make decisions using information Able to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality and data security Able to make decisions using available data and information Able to quickly learn and apply new knowledge and skills Able to work as part of a team Able to work independently What we offer: Fantastic employee benefits including: A flexible working environment, with the opportunity for hybrid working Health Cashback scheme Life Assurance of 4 x salary Pension Salary Sacrifice Scheme A generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 27 days holiday after two years' service) Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave through salary sacrifice A day off for your birthday A Giving Back day - to offer your services to the local community Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (subject to qualifying eligibility criteria) Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme (subject to qualifying eligibility criteria)

Mar 17, 2026

Full time

Who are we? We are New Directions, a group of companies that provide UK wide services (including recruitment, training, care provision and other support services) within education, social care and the domiciliary care sector, from a network of offices across the UK. We have recently been recognised for our fantastic business achievements across a number of awards: Finalists for Best In-House HR Team and Excellence in HR - CIPD HR Wales Awards 2024 Winner of Best Employer, and Finalists for Best People Services, Best Business Services and Best Sustainability - Cardiff Life Awards 2024 Winner of Best Technology and overall, Platinum Award Winner (Checks Direct) - Cardiff Life Awards 2024 Highly commended for Skills Development - IOD Wales Awards 2024 Finalists for Best Temporary Recruitment Agency, Recruitment Agency of the Year 100+ employees and Most Effective Compliance Operation - Recruiter Awards 2024 Finalists for Scale-Up of the Year and Team of the Year (Checks Direct) - Fintech Wales Awards 2024 Finalists for Best Technology (Checks Direct) - EntreConf Awards 2024 Finalists for The Employer of the Year, Mid-Market Business of the Year Award and Family Business of the Year Award - Lloyd's Bank British Business Excellence Awards 2024 Finalists for Temporary Recruitment Company of the Year and Best Recruitment Company to work for (£50m to £100m) - TIARA Awards 2024 Finalists for Employer of the Year, Financial & Professional Services Business of the Year and Technology Business of the Year - Cardiff Business Awards 2024 Finalists for Business Services Business of the Year and Employer of the Year - South Wales Business Awards 2024 At New Directions, we deeply value our employees as the heart of our success, and we do this through our Impact Initiative. We recognise that each individual brings unique skills, perspectives, and dedication that drive our growth and innovation. We foster a culture of respect, inclusivity, and collaboration where every voice matters. By investing in professional development, well-being, and work-life balance, we ensure our people feel supported and empowered to thrive. We celebrate achievements, encourage creativity, and provide opportunities for advancement. In summary, our Impact Initiative makes sure you feel valued - with celebrations, wellbeing support, and chances to give back as a team. Job Purpose: To provide effective Customer Service and Support for Recruitment Consultants within the branch, including, client focused activities, fill bookings with quality staff that meet client requirements, administering recruitment and screening processes to support and maintain the candidate database, outbound & inbound phone activity to support branch KPI's. Please note that Welsh language is a requirement for this role. Main Duties: To build relationships with existing clients Outbound & inbound client phone activity Outbound and inbound candidate phone activity Deal with quires from clients and candidates Client & candidate weekly outbound timesheet confirmation Candidates check in calls Candidate evaluation calls Attend Client and candidate facing events. Take lead from the Recruitment Consultants/Branch Managers. Engage with clients on social media platforms. Creating external links to enhance the database of candidates. To sell the benefits to candidates of registering with New Directions To register candidates in locations onsite and offsite Pre-vetting, interviewing, and completing follow up tasks to get candidates through New Directions compliance and activated speedily. To contact on hold candidates and archived candidates to see if they are available to work for New Directions To provide administrative support to the Branch To complete Job Adverts and News Stories of the Branch To fill bookings with appropriate members of staff and confirm with schools. To send booking confirmations, profiles and any other appropriate documentation requested by the school. Using New Directions systems and managing telephone activity effectively Updating New Directions availability lists Managing payroll processes and obtaining the managing timesheets Calling referees and chasing up references including contact with Head Teachers Sending references (on new access systems) Updating notes on RDB Monitoring email inbox Liaising with Sales Support Hub on screen regarding pre-registered candidates Taking part in on call duties Able to confidently speak to Clients face to face or over the phone. Deal with client questions and queries in the absence of the Recruitment Consultant Other ad-hoc administrative duties and project required. Main responsibilities: Responsible for own individual performance in line with set KPIs Responsible for compliance with all relevant legislation, and processes, policies, and procedures Responsible for taking reasonable care of your own health and safety and ensuring that you take reasonable care not to put other people (including fellow employees and members of the public) at risk by what you do or do not do in the course of your job Responsible for safeguarding assets within your control and possession, including but not limited to hardware, software, systems, or information, and to report any suspected breach in security without delay, to the relevant personnel as required Responsible for the non-disclosure of any confidential information and/or trade secrets of the Company to third parties and/or the misuse of any confidential information and/or trade secrets of the Company for your own purpose/benefit Responsible for establishing, maintaining, and developing excellent working relationships with colleagues within your department and the wider Company Responsible for delivering exceptional levels of customer service; both to internal and external customers Responsible for communicating with people in a respectful, courteous, and professional manner at all times Knowledge, skills and experience: Understanding of recruitment and screening processes Excellent communication skills - written and verbal Excellent customer service skills Excellent time management skills with the ability to plan and prioritise effectively Knowledge of the education sector Results driven - strives for excellent results Competent user of RDB, screening, Swyx and Teams Knowledge of Child Safeguarding Knowledge of AWR regulations Knowledge of REC Code of Conduct Personal qualities: Ability to effectively solve problems Ability to build quality relationships Ability to make decisions using information Able to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality and data security Able to make decisions using available data and information Able to quickly learn and apply new knowledge and skills Able to work as part of a team Able to work independently What we offer: Fantastic employee benefits including: A flexible working environment, with the opportunity for hybrid working Health Cashback scheme Life Assurance of 4 x salary Pension Salary Sacrifice Scheme A generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 27 days holiday after two years' service) Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave through salary sacrifice A day off for your birthday A Giving Back day - to offer your services to the local community Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (subject to qualifying eligibility criteria) Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme (subject to qualifying eligibility criteria)

Athrawes Gynradd Gymraeg

Academics Cardiff, South Glamorgan

Athrawes Gynradd Gymraeg Are you a passionate Primary Teacher looking for your next opportunity? We are currently recruiting talented Welsh medium primary teachers to work in Welsh medium schools across Cardiff , The Vale of Glamorgan and Caerphilly. As an Athrawes Gynradd Gymraeg , you will play a vital role in promoting and delivering high-quality education through the medium of Welsh. We have built strong, established relationships with Welsh medium primary schools throughout Cardiff and across South Wales, and demand for an experienced Teacher continues to grow. Our partner schools are seeking a dedicated Primary Teachers to support pupils on a day-to-day, short-term and long-term basis. Whether you are looking for flexible supply work or a more consistent placement. The ideal candidate will: Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Be fluent in Welsh and confident delivering the curriculum through the medium of Welsh Have recent experience within a primary school setting Be committed to promoting the Welsh language and culture within education We are proud to support a wide network of Welsh medium schools across Cardiff , The Vale of Glamorgan and Caerphilly. Each Athrawes Gynradd Gymraeg we place is valued for their dedication, professionalism and passion for Welsh-medium education.

Mar 10, 2026

Seasonal

Athrawes Gynradd Gymraeg Are you a passionate Primary Teacher looking for your next opportunity? We are currently recruiting talented Welsh medium primary teachers to work in Welsh medium schools across Cardiff , The Vale of Glamorgan and Caerphilly. As an Athrawes Gynradd Gymraeg , you will play a vital role in promoting and delivering high-quality education through the medium of Welsh. We have built strong, established relationships with Welsh medium primary schools throughout Cardiff and across South Wales, and demand for an experienced Teacher continues to grow. Our partner schools are seeking a dedicated Primary Teachers to support pupils on a day-to-day, short-term and long-term basis. Whether you are looking for flexible supply work or a more consistent placement. The ideal candidate will: Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Be fluent in Welsh and confident delivering the curriculum through the medium of Welsh Have recent experience within a primary school setting Be committed to promoting the Welsh language and culture within education We are proud to support a wide network of Welsh medium schools across Cardiff , The Vale of Glamorgan and Caerphilly. Each Athrawes Gynradd Gymraeg we place is valued for their dedication, professionalism and passion for Welsh-medium education.

Welsh Speaking Teaching Assistants Required

TeacherActive Carmarthen, Dyfed

Job Title: Welsh Speaking Teaching Assistant Location: Llanelli Start Date: Immediately Salary: £82.14 per day TeacherActive, one of the UKs largest leading education recruitment agencies, is proud to be working with a number of Primary Schools across the Llanelli region. Whether you are a Teaching Assistant who is looking for day-to-day supply, long-term or permanent roles, our expert team of consultants work with a variety of settings and will be there 24/7 to help you along with our online, easy onboarding process. We are looking for Teaching Assistants in Llanelli with the following: Driving is preferred but not essential Ability to think on the spot Excellent classroom management In return for the above you can expect to receive: A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel Market leading rates of pay TeacherActive Referral Scheme Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash. If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity. EMAIL: (url removed) CONTACT NUMBER: (phone number removed) All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

Feb 24, 2026

Seasonal

Job Title: Welsh Speaking Teaching Assistant Location: Llanelli Start Date: Immediately Salary: £82.14 per day TeacherActive, one of the UKs largest leading education recruitment agencies, is proud to be working with a number of Primary Schools across the Llanelli region. Whether you are a Teaching Assistant who is looking for day-to-day supply, long-term or permanent roles, our expert team of consultants work with a variety of settings and will be there 24/7 to help you along with our online, easy onboarding process. We are looking for Teaching Assistants in Llanelli with the following: Driving is preferred but not essential Ability to think on the spot Excellent classroom management In return for the above you can expect to receive: A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel Market leading rates of pay TeacherActive Referral Scheme Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash. If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity. EMAIL: (url removed) CONTACT NUMBER: (phone number removed) All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Croesyceiliog, Gwent

Classroom Teaching Assistant / TA Start date: Immediate Start Location: Cwmbran Salary: £82.14-£88.99 a day Do you enjoy supporting children and developing children? Are you passionate about helping children? Are you looking for a flexible, part time opportunity to work in a fantastic primary school? Are you ready to join a school full of nurturing and supportive staff? TeacherActive are looking for General Classroom TA / Teaching Assistants to have the opportunity to work in a fantastic primary school in the Cwmbran area! The TA / Teaching Assistant role will entail assisting children with additional learning needs in a nursery/reception class. Positions are currently temporary with the potential to go permanent if the school really likes you! This is also a great chance to gain an abundance of experience to add to your CPD and keep everyday exciting. Applications from Welsh speakers are encouraged. The ideal TA / Teaching Assistant should have the following: At least Level 2 or 3 qualified and/or a minimum of 6 months experience in an educational establishment A calm, patient and caring persona Good communication skills A good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines All of our supply staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of Tax and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash. To find out more about TeacherActive, read our blog: (url removed) you feel that you are the right TA / Teaching Assistant, please click apply or contact Charlotte today! All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

Feb 22, 2026

Seasonal

Classroom Teaching Assistant / TA Start date: Immediate Start Location: Cwmbran Salary: £82.14-£88.99 a day Do you enjoy supporting children and developing children? Are you passionate about helping children? Are you looking for a flexible, part time opportunity to work in a fantastic primary school? Are you ready to join a school full of nurturing and supportive staff? TeacherActive are looking for General Classroom TA / Teaching Assistants to have the opportunity to work in a fantastic primary school in the Cwmbran area! The TA / Teaching Assistant role will entail assisting children with additional learning needs in a nursery/reception class. Positions are currently temporary with the potential to go permanent if the school really likes you! This is also a great chance to gain an abundance of experience to add to your CPD and keep everyday exciting. Applications from Welsh speakers are encouraged. The ideal TA / Teaching Assistant should have the following: At least Level 2 or 3 qualified and/or a minimum of 6 months experience in an educational establishment A calm, patient and caring persona Good communication skills A good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines All of our supply staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of Tax and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash. To find out more about TeacherActive, read our blog: (url removed) you feel that you are the right TA / Teaching Assistant, please click apply or contact Charlotte today! All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

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