Teaching assistant – Level 3

Zest Education are delighted to be working with an Ofsted-rated Outstanding school based in Kenilworth that is celebrated for its inclusive ethos, inspiring leadership, and commitment to nurturing every child’s potential. The school offers a warm and welcoming environment where both pupils and staff are encouraged to grow, collaborate, and succeed. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant who is eager to make a real difference in the classroom and support children on their learning journey.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide classroom support to teachers, assisting in the delivery of engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Work 1:1 or with small groups of pupils to support learning, understanding, and confidence across all subjects.
• Assist in implementing differentiated learning activities to meet a range of abilities and learning needs.
• Support pupils with behavioural, emotional, or social challenges to ensure a positive learning experience.
• Help maintain an organised, safe, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Communicate effectively with teaching staff, parents, and other professionals to support pupil progress.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• A recognised Teaching Assistant qualification / Level 2 is accepted but preferably Level 3.
• Previous classroom experience or working with children in an educational setting is desirable.
• A caring, proactive, and flexible approach with a genuine enthusiasm for working with children.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues alike.

Working with Zest Education means you’ll receive ongoing support, professional development opportunities, and a consultant who understands your career goals. Apply today to become part of a respected agency that values your dedication and connects you with outstanding schools across Warwickshire.

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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