SEND Teaching Assistant

Zest Education is currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in Lichfield. This is a full-time, ongoing opportunity supporting a Year 1 pupil with high-needs Autism.

The school prides itself on creating an inclusive learning environment where every child receives the support they need to succeed. Therefore, they are seeking a Teaching Assistant who can provide consistency, patience, and encouragement while helping a young pupil access education in a positive and meaningful way.

About the Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with a Year 1 child with high-needs Autism, supporting them throughout the school day. You will help the pupil engage with learning activities, follow routines, develop communication skills, and build confidence both inside and outside the classroom.

Furthermore, you will work alongside the class teacher, SENDCO, and wider support team to implement personalised strategies that meet the child’s individual needs. As a result, you will play a vital role in promoting academic progress, emotional wellbeing, and independence.

The successful candidate will understand the importance of building trust and maintaining consistent routines. In addition, they will be able to adapt their approach to ensure the pupil feels safe, supported, and ready to learn.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 1 pupil with high-needs Autism.
• Support the pupil in accessing learning activities and classroom routines.
• Encourage communication, social interaction, and engagement.
• Implement personalised strategies and interventions consistently.
• Help develop the child’s independence and confidence.
• Work closely with teaching staff and SEND professionals.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to the wider support team.
• Create a positive, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Celebrate achievements and support the child’s overall development.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful applicant will:

• Have experience supporting children with Autism and additional needs.
• Be patient, nurturing, and resilient.
• Understand the importance of routine, structure, and consistency.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with children.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Adapt effectively to meet individual learning and emotional needs.
• Be passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning.
• Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential).

Why Work With Zest Education?

At Zest Education, we specialise in matching talented education professionals with rewarding opportunities across Staffordshire and the surrounding areas.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Access to long-term and permanent opportunities.
• Ongoing CPD and professional development.
• A straightforward and supportive registration process.

Apply Today

If you are looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant job in Lichfield and have the skills, patience, and dedication to support a Year 1 pupil with high-needs Autism, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Zest Education to be considered for this rewarding full-time SEND Teaching Assistant role, starting in September and continuing on an ongoing basis.

Zest Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, all appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and compliance checks in line with safer recruitment practices.

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