SEND Teaching Assistant

Full‑Time | KS1 & KS2 Provision | Immediate Start

Supporting children with additional needs is one of the most rewarding roles in education — and we’re looking for a caring, patient and proactive SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Shirley.

The school has a nurturing SEND provision for pupils across KS1 and KS2, and they’re seeking someone who can bring consistency, positivity and a calm presence to the team.

About the Role

• Supporting pupils with a range of SEND needs (including ASD, ADHD, SEMH and communication needs)
• Providing 1:1 and small‑group support within a structured provision
• Helping pupils regulate emotions, build confidence and engage positively in learning
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENDCO and wider staff team
• Contributing to a safe, inclusive and encouraging environment
• Assisting with personalised learning plans and differentiated activities

What We’re Looking For

• A caring, patient and resilient practitioner
• Experience supporting children with additional needs
• Strong communication and behaviour‑support skills
• Someone reliable, proactive and confident working as part of a team
• A genuine passion for helping children thrive

Why This School?

This Shirley primary is known for its warm, supportive staff, strong SEND leadership and a provision that puts children’s wellbeing first. You’ll be joining a team that values collaboration, creativity and child‑centred practice.

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