Website Zest Education
Location: Swadlincote
Start Date: After October Half Term
End Date: Until Christmas Holidays (potential for extension)
Salary: Competitive rates of pay
Job Type: Full-time (Monday–Friday, term time only)
Zest Education is proud to be working in partnership with a friendly and inclusive primary school in the Swadlincote area, who are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team after the October half term. The role will initially run until the Christmas break, with the possibility of continuing into the new year depending on school needs.
This is a well-regarded local primary school that prides itself on its supportive ethos, strong community links, and commitment to providing high-quality education for all pupils. The school offers a welcoming and respectful environment where both staff and pupils feel valued and inspired to succeed.
The successful candidate will support the class teacher and pupils in delivering engaging lessons and fostering a positive learning environment. Responsibilities include:
Supporting teaching and learning in the classroom
Delivering targeted support to individuals and small groups
Assisting pupils with additional learning needs
Encouraging positive behaviour and participation
Helping maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment
Contributing to planning and assessment under teacher supervision
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children achieve their full potential.
We are looking for someone who is:
Level 3 qualified (or equivalent) – preferred
Experienced working within primary education
Flexible to support across EYFS, KS1 or KS2
A great communicator with a calm, patient, and proactive approach
Passionate about supporting children’s learning and wellbeing
Familiar with safeguarding practices
Competitive rates of pay
Access to a wide range of roles across Swadlincote and surrounding areas
Ongoing support and advice from your dedicated consultant
Flexible opportunities to suit your availability
If you’re a motivated and caring Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in a welcoming school, we’d love to hear from you. This role offers a great chance to gain further experience in a supportive primary setting.
If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Charlotte at charlotte@zesteducation.co.uk or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.
Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.
Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.
The role advertised is for temporary supply work.
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