Year 4 Teaching Assistant

Year 4 Teaching Assistant | SEN Support | Full-Time | West Heath/Northfield Area 

Zest Education is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and busy two-form entry primary school based near West Heath and Northfield for a full-time Year 4 Teaching Assistant.

This is a rewarding opportunity to join a supportive and friendly team, working within a lovely Year 4 class where you’ll play a vital role in supporting two pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

The Role

As a Year 4 Teaching Assistant, you will provide dedicated support to two children with additional needs:

• Supporting one pupil who uses a wheelchair and requires assistance with mobility.
• Assisting with personal care where required, essential
• Working closely with a second pupil with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs, alongside behavioural and learning needs.
• Helping pupils access learning, engage in classroom activities and achieve their individual targets.
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals.

What We’re Looking For

The school is seeking a committed, reliable and engaging individual who is passionate about making a difference to children’s lives.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience supporting children with SEN or additional needs.
• Be confident managing challenging behaviour and supporting pupils with SEMH needs.
• Have experience with personal care or be willing to undertake training.
• Be hoist trained, or willing to complete training if required.
• Be patient, resilient and nurturing.
• Be a strong team player who can adapt to a varied and rewarding role.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Have a genuine commitment to supporting children to reach their full potential.

Why Apply?

• Friendly and supportive school environment.
• Busy and well-established two-form entry primary school.
• Opportunity to positively impact the lives of children with additional needs.
• Ongoing support and training opportunities.
• Rewarding role within a welcoming and experienced team.

If you are a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for your next role in a supportive primary school near West Heath or Northfield, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today through Zest Education and take the next step in your education career.  To find out more, email Charlie at charlie@zesteducation.co.uk or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.