Resource Base Teaching Assistant

We are seeking an energetic and empathetic Resource Base Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated primary provision. In this role, you will work within a specialized unit supporting children with complex Special Educational Needs (SEN), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism (ASC), and Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN). You will play a pivotal role in creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where every child can flourish at their own pace.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group instructional and emotional support within the Resource Base.

• Implement structured learning activities tailored to individual EHCP goals and learning levels.

• Use positive behaviour intervention techniques and de-escalation strategies to support pupils experiencing emotional dysregulation.

• Assist with alternative communication methods, visual schedules, and sensory regulation breaks.

• Work closely with the Resource Base Lead, SENCO, external therapists, and class teachers to monitor and record pupil progress.

• Foster pupil independence, build self-esteem, and facilitate positive social integration with mainstream peers where appropriate.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, SEN Support Worker, or Care Assistant (experience in a resource base, PRU, or special school is advantageous).

• Strong understanding of SEN, SEMH, Autism, or complex needs.

• Familiarity with communication tools (such as Makaton, PECS, or visual timetables) is highly desirable.

• Excellent de-escalation skills, patience, resilience, and a calm approach under pressure.

• Strong team-working abilities and effective communication skills.

• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

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