High needs teaching assistant

Academics; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a High Needs Teaching Assistant for a mainstream primary school in Gravesend. The role supports pupils with additional and complex needs, helping them access learning and develop independence in a positive, supportive environment.

Ideal candidates will have SEN experience in primary settings, strong behaviour management, a calm and nurturing approach, and the ability to work as part of a school team. DBS and safeguarding checks apply.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with high or complex needs in a primary school setting.
• Strong behaviour management skills and ability to maintain positive pupils’ conduct.
• Calm, patient, nurturing approach and ability to work well within a wider school team.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional and complex needs to access learning and develop independence.
• Help manage behaviour in a positive, supportive environment and build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Skills

SEN experience

Behaviour management

Relation­ship building

Patience

Education

Relevant education/childcare/SEN

Job description

High Needs Teaching Assistant

Location: Gravesend

Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday

Setting: Mainstream Primary School

We are currently looking for an experienced and dedicated High Needs Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in the Gravesend area.

The successful candidate will be supporting pupils with additional and complex needs, helping them to access learning, develop their independence and manage behaviour in a positive and supportive environment.

Ideal Candidate

• Previous SEN experience, ideally within a primary school setting
• Experience supporting children with high or complex needs
• Strong behaviour management skills
• A calm, patient and nurturing approach
• Confidence working within a mainstream primary school
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Relevant experience and/or qualifications in education, childcare or SEN
• The ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team
• Driving is preferred, although candidates who are able to reliably travel by public transport will also be considered

Safeguarding Requirements

• An enhanced DBS is required
• Candidates with a suitable DBS already in place are welcome to apply
• If you do not currently have a DBS, you must be willing to apply for a new enhanced DBS
• References and appropriate safeguarding checks will be completed

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy