SEN Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider seeks passionate SEN Teaching Assistants to enhance the learning experience for children with Special Educational Needs. This role offers the opportunity to work in supportive primary schools in Maidstone, where you will help foster independence and support diverse learning needs.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD opportunities

Supportive school environments

Long-term roles with potential for permanent contracts

Competitive rates of pay

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEN (in school or other settings).
• A patient, nurturing, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.
• Able to travel to Maidstone.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and group support for pupils with SEN.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities.
• Help create a safe, supportive, and stimulating learning environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to EHCPs and support plans.
• Foster independence, confidence, and positive behaviour.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Nurturing

Resilience

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Maidstone - Kent
Contract: Long-Term Full-Time Term Time Only
Roles: Temporary Full Time and Permanent Opportunities Available

Sector: Primary Education (SEN Support)

Are you passionate about making a real difference in children's lives? Do you have experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? We are currently recruiting dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants to join welcoming and inclusive primary schools across Maidstone.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support children with a range of needs including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and group support for pupils with SEN
• Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities
• Help create a safe, supportive, and stimulating learning environment
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to EHCPs and support plans
• Foster independence, confidence and positive behaviour

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working with children with SEN (in school or other settings)
• A patient, nurturing and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
• Able to travel to Maidstone

What's On Offer:

• Long-term roles with potential for permanent contracts
• Full-time, term-time only working hours
• Supportive school environments with ongoing CPD opportunities
• Competitive rates of pay

Whether you're an experienced SEN TA or looking to take your first steps into a school-based role, we want to hear from you!