2:1 SEND Teaching Assistant

Maundene School; Chatham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Maundene Primary School in Rochester invites applications for a 2:1 SEND Teaching Assistant. The role is a fixed-term contract until July 2027, terms Monday to Friday, 8:30–3:30 during term time plus inset days, and is paid on NJC England & Wales Scale D2, spine point 4 with pro rata £18,065 per annum.

The successful candidate will support pupils with ASD across the primary age range (3–11), work as part of a friendly team, and contribute to inclusive learning in the DSP or school provision.

Qualifications

• Experience with ASD children across the primary age range (3–11).
• Strong teamwork and collaboration with staff, pupils and parents.
• Good communication and caring nature with children and families.

Skills

Experience with ASD children

Team working

Effective communication

Education

GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above

Job description

2:1 SEND Teaching Assistant

NJC England & Wales Scale D2 - Spine point 4 - (FTE £26,017 per annum pro rata of £18,065 per annum)

Contract: 5 days per week - fixed Term until July 2027

Hours: 8.30-3.30 Monday to Friday (term time only plus Inset days).

Inspire Partnership

Maundene Primary School is a large primary school serving a vibrant community in Rochester. We are part of The Inspire Partnership, a multi-academy trust of 10 schools based in Medway, Croydon and Greenwich.

The Role:

We are looking to appoint an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant who is passionate about pupils’ learning, enjoys being with children, has a positive attitude, and can work as part of a friendly and enthusiastic team. You could be based in the SEND Provisions.

You will need:

• Recent and relevant experience of working with ASD children across the primary age range, 3 - 11 years. Experience of working with children with special educational needs and ASD would be a particular advantage.


• Flexibility and adaptability in the role, you may be working with a whole class, a small group or individual children within the DSP or school based provision or across the school


• A desire and enthusiasm to make a difference for our children with a caring and approachable nature


• High expectations for all pupils


• To be highly motivated, have strong team working skills and be able to communicate effectively with staff, pupils and parents


• Educated to GCSE level standard or equivalent with passes including English and Maths at Grade C or above.

We can offer:

• A happy, vibrant and welcoming school


• Motivated children who are excited about their learning


• A supportive and forward thinking leadership team


• A commitment to professional development for all staff

Closing date: Friday 18th September 2026

Interviews:

w/c: 21st September 2026

Start Date:

ASAP

Maundene Primary School is part of the Inspire Partnership Academy Trust, is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.