Zest Education is currently recruiting for a full-time Teaching Assistant to join a friendly and supportive primary school in Lichfield. This exciting opportunity is due to start after October half term, with working hours of 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday.

The successful candidate will be based within a Year 3/4 class, providing general classroom support while also working with pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This role is ideal for an enthusiastic and caring individual who is passionate about supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing.

The Role

• Full-time Teaching Assistant position
• 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
• Based in a primary school in Lichfield
• Starting after October half term
• Supporting teaching and learning within a Year 3/4 class
• Providing general classroom support
• Working with pupils with SEND on a one-to-one and small group basis
• Supporting pupils' academic, social and emotional development
• Encouraging engagement, confidence and independence
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working within a primary school setting
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND is desirable
• Teaching Assistant qualification is beneficial but not essential
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient, proactive and adaptable approach
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Committed to helping children achieve their full potential

Why Work with Zest Education?

• Competitive rates of pay
• Dedicated local consultant support
• Access to roles across Staffordshire and the West Midlands
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available
• Straightforward registration process
• Ongoing support throughout your placement

If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, contact Jo@Zest 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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