SEN Teaching Assistant — Nurture Minds, Build Skills

Westcourt Primary School; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

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Job summary

Westcourt Primary School in Gravesend is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support pupils across the primary years. You will work closely with teachers to help children learn and thrive, with a focus on those with special educational needs and other vulnerable groups.

You will provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support, aid reading development, and help students stay engaged, confident and independent. Strong communication and a calm, patient approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting every child to do their best.
• Kind, patient, trustworthy, enthusiastic and full of energy.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE grade 4/C or above in English and maths).
• Able to communicate well and build warm relationships with children, parents and carers.
• Able to adapt your approach to meet individual needs.
• Well organised, self-motivated and committed to professional growth.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support so pupils stay focused and participate in lessons.
• Explain tasks and break them into manageable steps to build independence.
• Support reading by listening to children read and sharing stories.
• Support positive behaviour and respond calmly during difficulties.
• Offer emotional support for social and emotional development and flag concerns to staff.
• Identify pupils needing extra support and adapt activities to meet needs.
• Prepare classrooms and resources, and create displays celebrating children's work.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Organisational skills

Confidentiality

Empathy

Education

GCSE English & Maths (C/4 or above)

A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Job description

Westcourt Primary School in Gravesend is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support pupils across the primary years. You will work closely with teachers to help children learn and thrive, with a focus on those with special educational needs and other vulnerable groups.

You will provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support, aid reading development, and help students stay engaged, confident and independent. Strong communication and a calm, patient approach are essential.