Teaching Assistant

Zest Education; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Zest Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of complex needs, including autism and SEMH, in a specialist educational setting.

You will work closely with teachers and therapists to implement education and behaviour plans, adapt activities and promote emotional regulation, resilience and social skills. Immediate start and ongoing training are offered to a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND, autism, SEMH or complex needs.
• Positive, patient and resilient attitude.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Team-focused approach and willingness to learn.
• Ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with autism, SEMH needs and additional learning difficulties.
• Help implement individual education and behaviour support plans.
• Adapt resources and activities to meet learning needs.
• Promote emotional regulation, resilience and positive behaviour strategies.
• Encourage participation, confidence and independence in learning.
• Support development of communication, social and life skills.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and other professionals to provide consistent support.

Skills

SEND experience

Patience

Communication

Team player

Calm under pressure

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a supportive Teaching Assistant to start immediately. This Teaching Assistant position will involve working with pupils who have a range of complex needs, including autism, communication difficulties, social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), and associated learning challenges. The successful Teaching Assistant will help create an inclusive and positive learning experience, supporting pupils to achieve both academically and personally.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils with autism, SEMH needs, and additional learning difficulties.
• Help implement individual education and behaviour support plans.
• Adapt resources and classroom activities to meet individual learning needs.
• Promote emotional regulation, resilience, and positive behaviour strategies.
• Encourage participation, confidence, and independence in learning.
• Support pupils in developing communication, social, and life skills.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to provide consistent support.

This Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone passionate about helping children and young people overcome barriers to education and reach their full potential.

What You'll Need

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND, autism, SEMH, or complex needs.
• A positive, patient, and resilient attitude.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A team-focused approach and willingness to learn.
• The ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations.
• Motivation to succeed as a Teaching Assistant and make a lasting difference in pupils' lives.

Why Apply?

• Immediate start available.
• Opportunity to positively impact the lives of children and young people.
• Supportive and welcoming staff team.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• A rewarding Teaching Assistant role within a specialist educational setting.