SEND 2:1 Support Teaching Assistant
ZEST EDUCATION LTD · Tamworth, West Midlands
SEND 2:1 Support Teaching Assistant at ZEST EDUCATION LTD, based in Tamworth, West Midlands. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- Competitive
- Location
- Tamworth, West Midlands
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 1 day ago
- Closes
- 13 Nov 2026
- Sector
- Teaching Assistant
Reference https://www.zesteducation.co.uk/?post_type=job_listing&p=59383
About the role
Zest Education is currently recruiting for a caring and committed SEND Teaching Assistant to provide 2:1 support for two Year 1 pupils at a welcoming primary school in Tamworth.
This is a rewarding opportunity for an individual who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them thrive both academically and socially. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to ensure pupils receive the tailored support they need to access learning and achieve their full potential.
The Role
- Full-time SEND Teaching Assistant position
- Based at a primary school in Tamworth
- Providing 2:1 support for two pupils in Year 1
- Supporting pupils’ learning, engagement and participation in lessons
- Delivering targeted interventions and tailored support strategies
- Assisting with social, emotional and behavioural development
- Encouraging independence, confidence and positive learning behaviours
- Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff and parents
The Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience supporting children with SEND
- Experience within a primary school setting is desirable
- Patient, nurturing and proactive approach
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to adapt support to meet individual pupil needs
- Passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning
- Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification is advantageous
Why Work with Zest Education?
- Competitive rates of pay
- Dedicated local consultant support
- Access to a variety of roles across Staffordshire and the West Midlands
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements
- Ongoing support throughout your assignment
- Straightforward registration process
About the School
The school is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every child is encouraged to succeed. Staff work collaboratively to ensure pupils receive the highest standard of care and education, making this a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant.
Apply Today
If you are a SEND Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in Tamworth, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today through Zest Education to be considered for this exciting opportunity supporting Year 1 pupils on a 2:1 basis.
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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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Reference: https://www.zesteducation.co.uk/?post_type=job_listing&p=59383 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 13 Nov 2026 · Listed via ZEST EDUCATION LTD
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