SEN TA

2nd September start
Full Time
Posted 8 days ago
Expiring 24th October
Cornwall
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Job Title: Primary Teaching Assistant Availability Required: Full Time/Part time positions available Location: Truro area Daily Rate: £89 - £93 per day Start Date: September 2025 Job Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Primary Teaching Assistant to join a nurturing and inclusive primary school community in the Truro area. This role is crucial in supporting our mission to create a positive and enriching learning environment where every child can flourish. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with our teaching staff across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, providing essential support to pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN), including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. Key Responsibilities: - Provide individualised support to students with SEN, ensuring their specific needs are met effectively. - Assist in the planning and delivery of tailored learning activities that align with the school's ethos of inclusivity and diversity. - Support students in accessing the curriculum, promoting independence and confidence in their learning. - Collaborate with teachers to monitor and track the progress of students, contributing to assessments and reports as required. - Facilitate a positive classroom environment by encouraging respectful and supportive interactions among peers. - Participate in team meetings and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge in SEN education. If you are interested in this position, please give Sian a call on 01872 279810 or email sian.davies@zeneducate.com
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Yes. If you need a DBS or your DBS needs updating we can apply for one fore you. The cost of a DBS is £47.20 which we will reimburse once you have worked 10 days through Zen.

I don't have my documents right now. Can I still sign up?

Yes! You can sign up now and let us know what work you're looking for. You can return at any time to finish your profile and start getting bookings.

I don't have recent references, can I still sign up?

You can definitely still sign up! Once you've uploaded your CV, we'll be able to look at your experience, and help you figure out who would be best placed to act as your referees.

Roles

What roles do you cover?

We help Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and Cover Supervisors find work. We work with all types of schools and help with short-term, long-term and permanent roles. Many of our long-term roles convert to permanent roles. We make it far easier than a traditional agency for teachers to convert temporary positions into permanent ones.

What areas do you cover?

We work with over 400 schools in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds.

How much work is there?

Generally speaking, we have consistently high demand for daily supply teachers in Greater London, Manchester Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds. Teaching assistant work is generally higher for long-term roles rather than daily supply cover.

Do you have primary, secondary or nursery jobs?

Yes. We can help with daily supply and long-term jobs in nurseries, primary schools and secondary schools. We don't typically have jobs in further education or college.

Do you have work for cover supervisors, invigilators, or school administrators?

While the majority of our work is for teachers and teaching assistants, we do also have work for cover supervisors and invigilators. Explain what you are looking for when you sign up and our team will help you.

What subjects do you cover?

We cover all subjects taught in primary and secondary schools - if you're not sure if we can help you with what you're looking for, please register and arrange to speak to a member of our Teacher Success team.

Do you do school admin jobs?

If you're looking for teaching or teaching assistant roles, and would also be interested in admin roles, it's worth letting us know. If you're only looking for admin roles, we might not be the place for you, as this isn't what we specialise in.

General

How is Zen different from a recruitment agency?

Zen Educate is a technology platform to connect teachers with schools directly. Agencies are an expensive middleman between schools and teachers. They have to charge high commissions because their booking procedures are largely manual and run on outdated systems. Because we run more of the process online or on your phone, we create an experience that delights schools and teachers at a fraction of the cost.

What roles do you cover?

Start a conversation on chat or email support@zeneducate.com and our friendly team will get back to you shortly.