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Zest Education is working closely with a primary school in Coventry that is seeking a committed and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team immediately. This role offers full-time hours (8:00am–3:00pm, Monday to Friday) and comes with the exciting potential for a permanent position from September.

What You’ll Be Doing:

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Providing one-to-one and small group support to pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties

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Adapting learning activities and approaches to meet the unique needs of each pupil

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Building trust and strong relationships to encourage emotional and academic development

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Working alongside teaching staff and the SENCO to deliver consistent and structured support

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Promoting a calm, safe, and inclusive learning environment where every child feels valued

Who We’re Looking For:

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Experience working with children with SEN (either in schools or alternative settings)

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A calm, empathetic, and adaptable approach – especially when faced with challenging behaviour

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A team player who communicates well with staff, parents, and external professionals

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Ideally holds a relevant TA qualification (e.g., Level 2 or 3), but passion and experience matter most

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An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to apply through Zest)