Teaching Assistant

A vibrant mainstream primary school in Rugby is now looking for a committed Teaching Assistant to join their team full‑time from September. As you step into this role, you immediately become a key part of the classroom, and you actively support pupils as they learn, grow and build confidence. Moreover, you work closely with the class teacher each day, ensuring lessons run smoothly while also helping create a warm, structured and engaging learning environment.

Furthermore, you take on a variety of responsibilities that keep each day purposeful and rewarding. You deliver 1:1 and small‑group support, and you guide pupils through activities that strengthen their understanding. Additionally, you encourage positive behaviour, promote independence and contribute to a calm, inclusive classroom culture. Ultimately, you play a vital role in helping children feel supported, motivated and ready to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils through 1:1 and small‑group activities
• Assisting with daily routines and classroom organisation
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Helping pupils access learning through clear guidance and structured tasks
• Working closely with teachers and wider school staff to maintain consistency

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children in a school or similar setting
• A proactive, enthusiastic and reliable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Confidence supporting primary‑aged pupils
• Full‑time availability Monday–Friday from September
• Interest in TA roles in Rugby

Why Work With Zest

At Zest, you receive consistent support from a team that genuinely values your development. Additionally, we match you with roles that align with your strengths and goals, ensuring you feel confident and prepared throughout every placement. Ultimately, we focus on building strong relationships so you always feel supported and appreciated.

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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