Teaching Assistant (Year 5)

Are you passionate about supporting young learners and making a real difference in the classroom? This exciting opportunity in Nuneaton could be just what you’re looking for. Zest Education is working with a welcoming primary school to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their Year 5 team. If you enjoy helping children achieve their potential and want to be part of a supportive and inspiring environment, read on – this could be your next rewarding step in education.

As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the class teacher with lesson delivery, working closely with small groups of children, including those with SEND needs. You’ll assist in monitoring pupil progress, provide one-to-one support where required, and help create a positive and engaging learning experience for all pupils in the Year 5 classroom. Your support will be key in ensuring that every child feels confident, included, and ready to learn each day.

The school itself is known for its warm and nurturing atmosphere, where every member of staff is valued and encouraged to contribute to a collaborative team spirit. With a strong community ethos and a focus on both academic and personal growth, the school provides an inspiring setting for both pupils and staff to thrive.

Qualifications and experience required:

• Experience working with primary-aged children, ideally within a school setting
• Knowledge or experience of supporting SEND pupils
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A patient, caring, and proactive approach to supporting learning
• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential)
• A valid DBS check or willingness to obtain one

Join Zest Education and benefit from our friendly, professional team who are committed to matching you with the right school and supporting you every step of the way. Apply today and take the next step in your education career with confidence through Zest Education

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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