1-1 SEN Support Teaching Assistant | Term-Time Role + CPD

Riverside Primary School; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free private healthcare

Free health checks

Free flu jabs

Cycle to work scheme

CPD opportunities

Mental health first aiders

Onsite free parking

Healthy work/life balance

Job summary

Riverside Primary School in Gillingham is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support across Foundation Stage to Year 6. The role includes 1-1 support for pupils and delivering intervention programmes under the Inclusion Manager’s direction.

The successful candidate will have NVQ Level 3 TA qualification (or be working towards it), experience with SEN needs, and a compassionate, collaborative approach to helping every child achieve their potential.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) or willingness to work towards.
• Experience supporting children with Autism and/or Speech and Language difficulties is advantageous.
• Understanding of a range of behavioural needs, with ability to support children displaying challenging behaviour.
• Proven experience contributing effectively to learning in a classroom environment.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to helping all children reach their full potential.
• Caring, compassionate nature with genuine regard for children’s wellbeing.
• Enthusiastic, energetic, and adaptable approach to work.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide teaching support in small groups and, where necessary, work with individual pupils to high standards.
• Assist the implementation of individual programmes for pupils and monitor progress.
• Undertake specific duties identified by the class teacher.
• Maintain a positive, supportive attitude within a team.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Adaptable

Education

NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Riverside Primary School in Gillingham is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support across Foundation Stage to Year 6. The role includes 1-1 support for pupils and delivering intervention programmes under the Inclusion Manager’s direction.

The successful candidate will have NVQ Level 3 TA qualification (or be working towards it), experience with SEN needs, and a compassionate, collaborative approach to helping every child achieve their potential.