1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant

Zest Education is delighted to be recruiting for a passionate and committed 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Nuneaton. This is a fantastic long-term opportunity for someone who thrives on making a difference to children with additional needs. If you are caring, patient, and ready to take on a rewarding role supporting a pupil on a one-to-one basis, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support for a child with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning plans to meet the pupil’s individual needs
• Support the child’s social and emotional development, encouraging confidence and independence
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to ensure consistent support
• Maintain a calm, positive, and encouraging learning environment
• Help with classroom activities, transitions, and any personal care needs where required

The school is a warm and welcoming primary setting, rated Good by Ofsted, and is recognised for its inclusive ethos and nurturing approach. Staff work together to create a positive, family-like atmosphere where both pupils and adults feel supported and valued. It’s a fantastic environment for anyone looking to grow their experience within a friendly and forward-thinking team.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children with SEND, ideally within a school or care setting
• A patient, understanding, and empathetic nature
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A valid UK driving licence and access to transport (essential due to location)
• Availability to start as soon as possible
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant) are desirable but not essential

Choosing Zest Education means joining an agency that genuinely values and supports its staff. We offer competitive pay, personalised guidance, and a dedicated consultant to help you every step of the way. At Zest, we’re passionate about finding the right role for the right person — ensuring you feel confident, fulfilled, and excited about your work.

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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