KS2 Teaching Assistant

Employer: Zest Education

Location: Swadlincote, Derbyshire

Contract: September 2026 – end of half term (with potential extension)

About the School

Zest Education is delighted to be supporting a warm and welcoming primary school in Swadlincote that places pupils’ wellbeing and academic growth at the centre of everything it does. The school thrives because of its inclusive ethos, supportive staff team, and strong community relationships. Additionally, teachers collaborate closely to deliver a broad, engaging curriculum that encourages independence, curiosity, and confidence. As a result, pupils feel valued and motivated, creating a positive and inspiring learning environment.

The Role

We are now recruiting a committed KS2 Teaching Assistant to join the school in September.

In this role, you will:

• Work alongside the class teacher to deliver engaging lessons and activities.
• Provide targeted support to individual pupils and small groups to help them make steady progress.
• Encourage positive behaviour and contribute to a calm, well‑organised classroom.
• Support children’s social, emotional, and academic development.
• Take part in wider school life, including enrichment activities and events.

By stepping into this position, you will play an active role in shaping pupils’ learning experiences and helping them build strong foundations for future success.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone enthusiastic, reliable, and passionate about supporting children in Key Stage 2. Ideally, you will:

• Hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (preferred).
• Have experience working with children, particularly within a primary school setting.
• Communicate clearly and build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Stay organised and manage tasks efficiently throughout the school day.
• Adapt creatively to meet a range of learning needs.
• Approach challenges with patience, resilience, and a proactive attitude.

With these skills, you will thrive in a busy KS2 classroom and make a meaningful impact on pupils’ development.

What Zest Education Offers

When you join Zest Education, you gain access to a wide range of opportunities. We offer:

• A competitive rate of pay.
• Ongoing support and guidance from our experienced team.
• Access to further placements in Swadlincote and surrounding areas.

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