SEND 1:1 Classroom Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them thrive in a nurturing learning environment? Zest Education is working with a friendly and inclusive primary school in Leamington Spa that prides itself on providing exceptional support for pupils with Special Educational Needs. The school is seeking a caring and enthusiastic SEND Classroom Assistant to work on a long-term basis, supporting a small group of children with varying needs across different year groups. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children who benefit from extra support and encouragement.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide targeted support to a small group of pupils with a range of SEND needs across different year groups.
• Support pupils in developing their communication, social and emotional skills.
• Encourage engagement and participation in lessons through differentiated and creative approaches.
• Promote independence and confidence in learning and daily routines.
• Monitor progress, provide feedback, and contribute to individual education plans (IEPs).
• Foster a safe, supportive and inclusive classroom environment where every child feels valued and understood.

The school is highly regarded for its commitment to inclusion and its dedicated staff team who work collaboratively to support every learner. They value empathy, patience and adaptability, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with diverse learning needs.

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience working with children with SEND, ideally within a primary school setting.
• A minimum of a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• A good understanding of a variety of special educational needs and strategies to support them.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A caring, patient, and resilient approach to working with children.
• Flexibility to work across different year groups depending on the needs of the school.
• A valid DBS certificate on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).

Why Apply Through Zest Education?

Zest Education offers competitive pay and gives you the stability of a long-term position with the flexibility to work in a setting that suits you. You’ll receive ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who understands SEND education and is committed to finding you a placement where you can make an impact. By joining Zest, you’ll become part of a professional network that values your skills, experience and passion for supporting young learners.

If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Harleigh at Harleigh@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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