EYFS / Yr 1 Teaching Assistant - Part-time

Sandwich Infant; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic teaching assistant with SEN experience to join their dedicated team. The fixed-term role requires support for EYFS and Year 1 children, particularly those with additional needs. Ideal candidates will have experience in an inclusive environment and a passion for children's wellbeing and growth. Working hours are from 8.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Passionate about working with children.
• Committed to improving outcomes for children.
• Supportive of wellbeing in the school environment.

Responsibilities

• Work with a small group of children with additional needs.
• Support children in classrooms and specially set up provision space.

Skills

Experience of working with EYFS / Year 1 children

Experience of working with children with SEN

Ability to support children's progress

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Growth Mindset

Job description

We are looking to appoint a passionate and committed teaching assistant with SEN experience to join our wonderful school, working within the EYFS and Year 1. The role will involve mostly working with a small group of children with additional needs, both in their classrooms and within a specially set up provision space.

Working hours are 8.30am-3.30pm, Monday - Friday, term-time only plus 5 training days. We may be able to consider different hours for the right candidate.

This is a fixed-term position until 31st August 2026, although this may be extended depending on pupil needs at that time.

Do you?

• Have experience of working with EYFS / Year 1 children.
• Have experience of working with children with SEN and want to use your knowledge and skills to support their progress.

Are you?

• Passionate about working with children - Our children are enthusiastic and excited to learn.
• Committed to improving outcomes for children - We have high expectations for all children within an inclusive environment.
• Supportive of wellbeing - We are a Nurture UK school with a Mental Health First Aider.
• Able to work as part of a team - West Borough prides itself on being an inclusive school community.
• Someone with a positive attitude who has ideas to share - We encourage children and adults to have a 'Growth Mindset' and value initiative.

If this sounds like the role for you, please contact the school to find out more or to book a tour with the Headteacher. Tours are warmly encouraged and can be accommodated before, during, or after school.

Previous applicants need not apply.

We reserve the right to close the post sooner if we find a suitable candidate.