Website Zest Education
Zest Education are looking for a committed Teaching Assistant to join the KS2 team at a vibrant and inclusive primary school in Swadlincote, from September 2025. This role is full-time and will initially run for the duration of the first term, with a strong chance of extension based on school needs and performance.
This school is proud of its welcoming atmosphere and commitment to pupil development. With a focus on encouraging curiosity, confidence, and creativity, the school offers a range of enriching opportunities to enhance children’s learning and personal growth.
As a Teaching Assistant in the KS2 team, you’ll work closely with the class teacher and pupils to support high-quality teaching and learning. Key responsibilities include:
Assisting in the delivery of engaging lessons and activities
Providing targeted support to individual pupils and small groups
Helping manage classroom behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment
Preparing learning materials and supporting classroom organisation
Supporting pupils with additional needs to ensure inclusion
To be considered for this role, you should have:
A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
Recent experience working in a primary school, ideally in Key Stage 2
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A calm, caring, and patient approach to working with children
A strong understanding of safeguarding and promoting child welfare
A passion for helping children succeed both academically and personally
Competitive rates of pay
Local opportunities tailored to your preferences
A friendly, experienced team who offer ongoing support and guidance
Access to CPD and career development resources
If you’re an enthusiastic and caring individual ready to support pupils in a thriving school environment, we’d love to hear from you.
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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