1:1 Support Assistant

Are you a caring and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding 1:1 support role? If so, Zest Education is currently recruiting for a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Nuneaton. The role is available on a part-time basis; however, full-time opportunities may also be available for the right candidate.

This is a fantastic opportunity to provide tailored support to a pupil with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). As a result, you will play a vital role in helping them access learning, build confidence, and achieve their individual goals. Furthermore, you will work closely with teaching staff and SEND professionals to ensure the pupil receives consistent and effective support throughout the school day. Therefore, this role is ideal for someone who is patient, compassionate, and passionate about making a positive difference in a child’s educational journey.

What the Role Requires

• Previous experience working within a school classroom environment
• Experience supporting children with SEND
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• A patient, nurturing, and resilient approach
• Confidence supporting children on a one-to-one basis
• Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• The ability to adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
• Teaching Assistant qualifications are desirable but not essential
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

Responsibilities of the Role

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support for a pupil with SEND
• Support the pupil in accessing learning activities and classroom tasks
• Encourage engagement, participation, and independence
• Implement strategies tailored to the pupil’s individual needs
• Work closely with the class teacher and SEND team
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to relevant staff members
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Support the pupil during lessons, breaktimes, and other school activities where required
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times

Why Choose Zest Education?

At Zest Education, we are passionate about helping education professionals find fulfilling roles where they can thrive. Therefore, we take the time to understand your skills, experience, and career goals before matching you with suitable opportunities. As a specialist education recruitment agency, we work closely with a wide network of primary, secondary, and SEND schools across the Midlands. Consequently, we can offer access to a variety of rewarding roles that align with your strengths and preferences. Furthermore, our experienced consultants provide ongoing support throughout your placement journey.

If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Harleigh at [email removed] 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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