Zest Education is currently seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a special educational needs school in Rugeley.

As a Teaching Assistant at this special educational needs school catering to students aged 5 to 19 with autism and moderate to severe learning difficulties, you will play a vital role in supporting their educational journey. Your role will involve working closely with students on an individual basis and in small groups, providing tailored support to ensure each student receives the attention and assistance they need to thrive.

The ideal candidate for this full-time position starting ASAP will have previous experience working with individuals with special educational needs. Your flexible and adaptable approach will enable you to foster a supportive learning environment that promotes emotional stability and respects the unique needs of students with autism.

In this role, you will collaborate with teaching staff and other professionals to effectively implement support strategies that enhance the overall well-being of students. Building and maintaining respectful relationships with students will be key to promoting their personal growth and academic success.

If you are a Teaching Assistant, support worker, or have relevant experience working with individuals with special educational needs, this is an excellent opportunity to make a difference in a rewarding school environment. Join us at Zest Education and be part of a team dedicated to empowering students with special needs to reach their full potential. Apply now and help shape the future of education for these remarkable students.

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).