SEND Teaching Assistant

A friendly and inclusive mainstream primary school in Rugby is now looking for a committed SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team full‑time from September. As you step into this role, you immediately take an active position in the classroom, supporting pupils with additional needs as they learn, grow and build confidence. You work closely with the class teacher each day, and together you create a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment that helps every child feel secure, engaged and ready to participate. Additionally you will work closely with children with complex needs.

Furthermore, you take on a range of purposeful responsibilities that make each day meaningful. You deliver 1:1 and small‑group support, and you guide pupils through adapted activities that strengthen their understanding, independence and emotional regulation. Additionally, you encourage positive behaviour and contribute to a nurturing classroom culture where every child feels valued, supported and motivated to succeed.

Key Responsibilities of a SEND Teaching Assistant

• Support SEND pupils through 1:1 and small‑group work
• Assist with daily routines and classroom organisation
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional development
• Help pupils access learning through adapted tasks and clear guidance
• Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO and wider school staff

What We’re Looking For

• Strong experience supporting children with SEND (ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech & language)
• Ideally Level 2 or Level 3 TA qualified
• Solid knowledge and understanding of SEND needs
• A patient, proactive and enthusiastic approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Confidence supporting primary‑aged pupils
• Full‑time availability Monday–Friday from September
• Interest in SEND roles in Rugby

Why Choose Zest

At Zest, we take a personalised approach to your development. We learn what motivates you, what environments you thrive in and what long‑term goals you want to achieve. As you move through each placement, we stay in close contact, offering tailored guidance, practical support and honest communication. Ultimately, we champion your growth so you feel confident, valued and fully prepared for every new opportunity.

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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