SEN Teaching Assistant | 1:1 & Group Support, Calm & Caring

Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited; Erith; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing services (GP)

Nurse access

Counselling services

Physiotherapy support

Job summary

Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs in Erith, Kent. This fixed‑term, full‑time role involves 1:1 and small‑group support, reading and storytelling, and helping pupils stay focused and grow into confident learners.

You will prepare learning spaces, create displays and work with teachers to meet individual needs. The post is subject to safeguarding checks, Enhanced DBS, and a fixed end date of 22 July 2027,

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for helping every child succeed.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Excellent communication and ability to build relationships with children and parents.
• Flexibility to adapt approaches to individual needs.
• Trustworthy, energetic, well-organised and professional; maintain confidentiality.
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality/diversity in recruitment and practice.
• Experience with primary curriculum or SEND is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and group support to help pupils with tasks set by the teacher.
• Identify pupils needing extra support and work with staff to address needs.
• Listen to children read, read aloud, and bring stories to life.
• Prepare classrooms and learning spaces; create displays of work.
• Support pupils with engaging learning and positive behaviour, offering emotional support.
• Keep colleagues informed of concerns and contribute to safeguarding.

Skills

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Adaptability

Professionalism

Job description

Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs in Erith, Kent. This fixed‑term, full‑time role involves 1:1 and small‑group support, reading and storytelling, and helping pupils stay focused and grow into confident learners.

You will prepare learning spaces, create displays and work with teachers to meet individual needs. The post is subject to safeguarding checks, Enhanced DBS, and a fixed end date of 22 July 2027,