1:1 SEN classroom support

Hammersmith, West London

Competitive daily rate
Full-Time | Term Time Only
Immediate and Ongoing Opportunities
To start in November or after notice worked
Temporary positions with temp-to-perm potential

Zest Education is currently seeking resilient, and proactive individuals to work as 1:1 SEN Classroom Support Assistants in schools across Hammersmith. These rewarding roles involve supporting children with a range of special educational needs (SEN) and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, helping them access learning and develop confidence both in and out of the classroom.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to build a career in education, special educational needs, or child support services. Previous school-based experience is welcomed but not essential. We are keen to hear from applicants who have gained hands-on experience supporting children or young people through roles in care, youth work, mentoring, coaching, counselling, residential support, or family settings.

The Role

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with additional learning, behavioural, or emotional needs
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students
• Support learning activities both inside and outside the classroom
• Help pupils regulate emotions and engage positively with school life
• Work closely with teachers and SEN staff to implement support strategies
• Encourage independence, confidence, and social development

The Ideal Candidate

• Has a patient, empathetic, and positive approach
• Is confident supporting children with additional needs
• Can remain calm in challenging situations
• Has some experience working with children or young people
• Is a strong communicator and team player
• Is committed to helping every child achieve their potential

What We Offer

• Opportunities to gain valuable SEN experience
• Supportive school environments and experienced staff teams
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Flexible temporary roles with the possibility of securing a permanent position
• The chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and are looking for a rewarding role with long-term career prospects, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Zest Education to begin your journey in SEN support.

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