Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Zest Education is delighted to be recruiting for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school that is committed to supporting children with additional needs. The school has a strong reputation for providing a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their potential, making this a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about SEND support.

This role will begin in January 2026 and is offered as a full‑time position, Monday to Friday, on a long‑term contract. You will be working in the classroom to provide tailored 1:1 and small group support for pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and SLD, helping them to access the curriculum, develop social and emotional skills, and build confidence in their learning.

As a Level 3 Teaching Assistant, you will take on additional responsibilities beyond classroom support, including assisting with lesson planning, leading small group interventions, and mentoring less experienced support staff. You will also play a key role in encouraging positive peer interactions and building strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.

Candidate Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children with SEND, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and SLD.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and staff.
• Patience, empathy, and resilience when supporting children with additional needs.
• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent childcare/education qualification).
• Knowledge of behaviour management strategies and techniques to create a safe, inclusive environment.
• Experience contributing to Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and supporting differentiated learning.
• A genuine passion for helping children with SEND reach their full potential.

What Zest Education Offers

Zest Education provides competitive pay rates along with ongoing professional development and training to help you grow in your role. You’ll also benefit from the support of a dedicated consultant and the opportunity to work across a variety of welcoming school settings.

If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Harleigh at Harleigh@Zesteduation.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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