SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Rugeley 

Location: Rugeley
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

About the Role:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive school in the Rugeley area. This is an excellent opportunity for a SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about helping children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) reach their full potential. The role is available for an immediate start after the Easter holidays, with long‑term opportunities for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small‑group support to pupils with a range of SEN needs
• Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities.
• Help create an inclusive, safe, and engaging classroom environment.
• Support with behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies.
• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Adapt resources and approaches to support individual learning plans (EHCPs).

Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally in an SEN setting.
• A patient, caring, and resilient approach.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a wider school team.
• Strong communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting pupil development.
• A current DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Why This Role Is Perfect for You:

• Immediate start available
• Supportive school with excellent staff culture
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day

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