SEND Teaching Assistant

A supportive school in the Coventry and Nuneaton area seeks a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant for a September start. The team welcomes qualified applicants, although strong experience also carries weight. You create a calm, structured and nurturing environment where pupils feel safe, understood and ready to learn. You work closely with teachers and support staff to deliver personalised learning that meets individual needs. Throughout the day, you guide pupils through tasks, encourage positive routines and help them regulate their emotions.

Key Responsibilities of a SEND Teaching Assistant

• Provide SEND classroom support for pupils with ASC, ADHD, SEMH and other learning differences
• Deliver small‑group and 1:1 interventions that reinforce key skills and build confidence
• Use trauma‑informed strategies to support regulation and reduce anxiety
• Follow clear routines that promote structure, consistency and emotional safety
• Support positive behaviour approaches through calm communication and predictable expectations
• Work closely with teachers, LSAs and external professionals to deliver high‑quality provision
• Prepare adapted learning materials that meet EHCP targets and individual learning styles

What We’re Looking For

• A qualified Teaching Assistant (Level 2/3), although strong experience also counts
• Confidence supporting pupils with SEND, including ASC, ADHD and SEMH
• Clear communication and a patient, nurturing approach
• Ability to follow structured routines and support emotional regulation
• Full‑time availability from September
• Interest in Coventry or Nuneaton‑based roles

Why Choose Zest

Zest supports your development from the moment you join. The team learns your strengths and matches you with roles that suit your experience. You receive ongoing guidance throughout each placement, which helps you feel confident, prepared and valued. Zest focuses on long‑term growth and ensures you have the stability and encouragement you need to succeed in SEND education.

Additionally, 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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