Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Are you a passionate and dedicated Level 3 Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in the lives of young learners? This exciting opportunity in Stratford-upon-Avon, offered through Zest Education, allows you to play a key role in supporting children’s learning and development across Key Stage 1, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). If you’re committed to creating a positive learning environment and thrive on helping every child reach their potential, this role is perfect for you.

Candidate Requirements

• Hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Have experience working in a UK primary school setting.
• A good understanding of Key Stage 1 curriculum and classroom routines.
• Experience supporting SEND pupils is highly desirable.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with teachers and support staff.
• A positive, caring attitude and a genuine enthusiasm for helping children succeed.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Work closely with the class teacher to support daily classroom activities and deliver high-quality learning experiences.
• Provide targeted support to children with additional needs, including those with SEND.
• Assist in preparing classroom materials, setting up learning resources, and maintaining an engaging learning environment.
• Offer one-to-one and small group support to help pupils access the curriculum.
• Monitor and record children’s progress, feeding back observations to the teacher.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage children’s confidence and independence.
• Contribute to the overall well-being and safeguarding of pupils.

Why Choose Zest Education?
At Zest Education, we pride ourselves on making the registration and placement process as smooth and stress-free as possible. Our dedicated consultants work closely with you to understand your skills, preferences, and career goals—matching you to the right school environment. With Zest, you’ll receive ongoing support, honest communication, and opportunities to grow within a network of reputable schools across the Midlands. Take the next step in your career with Zest Education today and make a lasting impact in a Stratford-upon-Avon classroom!

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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