Zest Education is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a special educational needs school in Coventry. This primary SEN school, renowned for its outstanding OFSTED rating, caters to children with Autism (ASC) and associated needs. The school prides itself on creating innovative learning opportunities to support the pupils in their educational journey.
This full-time role is due to begin November 2024 and will continue on a long term basis for the full academic year. You must be able to work Monday-Friday, 8:30-15:30.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting students with SEN to access the curriculum and actively participate in classroom activities. Collaborating closely with teachers, you will assist in developing and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) tailored to meet the specific needs of each student. Your responsibilities will also include providing one-on-one or small group support during lessons to ensure students are engaged and motivated throughout their learning experience.
To excel in this role, you must possess previous experience working with children or young people with special educational needs. A strong understanding of various types of SEN, particularly autism spectrum disorder (ASD), dyslexia, ADHD, etc., is essential. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are a must, as you will be required to effectively engage with students, parents, and colleagues. Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting young people in their educational development are qualities that will set you up for success in this rewarding position.
If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact in the lives of children with special educational needs and are looking to contribute to a supportive and dynamic educational environment, we invite you to apply for this fulfilling Teaching Assistant role at our exceptional SEN school in Coventry.
If you are interested in this temporary position or want to find out more, contact Steph at Zest Education or click 'apply for job' to submit your details.
Zest Education are an REC 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, teaching within a school teaching the British Curriculum)