SEND Support

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Coventry is looking for a committed SEND Support Assistant to join their team on a part‑time, long‑term basis. This role is ideal for someone who is patient, nurturing and confident supporting children with a range of additional needs, including communication difficulties, learning delays, social‑emotional needs or sensory differences. You’ll be working closely with class teachers and the SENDCo to provide tailored support, help pupils stay engaged in lessons, and contribute to a calm, positive and structured learning environment where every child feels safe and supported.

What the school is looking for

• Experience working with SEND pupils in a school or childcare setting
• A calm, patient and encouraging approach
• Confidence supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow teacher direction and use initiative
• Understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

Key responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small‑group support for pupils with SEND
• Assisting with learning activities across the classroom
• Helping pupils regulate emotions and stay engaged
• Supporting communication, social skills and independence
• Working closely with teachers and the SENDCo
• Contributing to a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment

Why Zest Education

Zest Education offers competitive and transparent rates of pay, along with the support of your own dedicated consultant who takes the time to understand your experience, strengths and preferences. We work closely with local schools to secure roles that genuinely suit you, backed by clear communication, ongoing guidance and a friendly team committed to your wellbeing.

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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