Teaching Assistant

A supportive mainstream primary school in the Coventry/Nuneaton area is now seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team part‑time from September. As you step into this role, you immediately become an important part of the classroom, offering consistent support to pupils with additional needs as they learn, grow and build confidence. Furthermore, you work closely with the class teacher each day, helping lessons run smoothly while contributing to a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment.

Moreover, this position provides a range of meaningful responsibilities that make each day purposeful and rewarding. You deliver 1:1 and small‑group support, guiding pupils through adapted activities that strengthen their understanding and independence. Furthermore, you encourage positive behaviour, promote emotional regulation and help create a nurturing classroom culture where every child feels valued, supported and ready to succeed.

Key Responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant:

• Supporting SEND pupils through 1:1 and small‑group work
• Assisting with daily routines and classroom organisation
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional development
• Helping pupils access learning through adapted tasks and clear guidance
• Working 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)
• A patient, proactive and enthusiastic approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Confidence supporting primary‑aged pupils
• Part‑time availability Monday–Friday from September
• Interest in SEND roles in Coventry or Nuneaton

Why Work With Zest

At Zest, you receive ongoing support from a team that genuinely values your growth. In addition, 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, appreciated and set up for long‑term success.

If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, please 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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