SEND Classroom Support Assistant

Zest Education is seeking a dedicated SEND Classroom Support Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Coventry. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs, allowing them to thrive in their learning journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEND
• Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment
• Support pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs
• Encourage independence and confidence in learning
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and parents to ensure progress

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children, ideally within SEND settings
• A strong understanding of autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or other learning needs
• Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) is preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, empathy, and resilience when supporting children with diverse needs
• Ability to adapt quickly and use initiative in the classroom

About the School

This Coventry-based primary school is known for its nurturing ethos and commitment to inclusive education. Staff work closely together to ensure every child feels valued and supported. With modern facilities and a strong leadership team, the school provides a positive environment where both pupils and staff can flourish.

Why Join Zest Education?

By joining Zest Education, you will become part of a trusted recruitment agency with strong partnerships across the Midlands. We are committed to supporting your professional development through ongoing training opportunities and offer flexible placements to suit your lifestyle. Our team values your career growth and provides a supportive environment to help you succeed. With a reputation for excellence in education recruitment, Zest Education is the perfect place to build a rewarding career while making a real difference in the lives of children.

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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