Teaching Assistant (SEND)

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? Do you thrive in a supportive environment where every day brings new challenges and rewards? If so, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Zest Education is delighted to be working with a warm and welcoming school in Stratford-upon-Avon, seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team from November on a long-term basis (3 days per week). You’ll be part of a nurturing environment where every child is supported to reach their full potential — and where your contribution truly matters.

Your Role and Responsibilities
• Provide 1:1 and small group support for children with a range of SEND needs
• Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering tailored learning activities
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment
• Support pupils’ social and emotional development, building trust and confidence
• Monitor and record student progress, sharing observations with the teaching team
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for each child

Qualifications and Requirements
• Experience supporting children with SEND in an educational setting (essential)
• A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to working with children
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable)
• A valid DBS check on the update service, or willingness to obtain one
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Why Work with Zest Education?
At Zest, we believe in people first — our team genuinely cares about your success and wellbeing. We offer personalised support, competitive pay, and access to exclusive school partnerships across the Midlands. When you join Zest, you join a network that values your skills, celebrates your achievements, and is with you every step of the way.

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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