SEND Teaching Assistant

TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust); Margate; Sur place; GBP 22 000 - 27 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Excellent CPD and career development

Cycle to work scheme

Free eye tests

Employee Assistance Programme

Résumé du poste

Drapers Mills Primary Academy, part of TKAT, seeks a dynamic SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive team in Margate. You will assist in delivering engaging teaching, both one-to-one and in small groups, under the guidance of our teachers. Your role includes developing resources, implementing support plans and monitoring outcomes.

Experience with SEND and 1:1 support for Autism and ADHD is valued. The role offers a fixed-term contract ending 31/08/2027 with part-time hours at TKAT's Drapers

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEND and 1:1 support for children with autism and ADHD.
• Experience in classroom support and implementing individual education plans.
• Ability to deliver engaging resources and adapt strategies to meet learning needs.

Responsabilités

• Assist in delivering engaging teaching activities within the classroom.
• Support learning on a 1:1 basis and with small groups under the teacher's supervision.
• Help develop resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies to support individual learning plans.
• Monitor progress and report developments to the teacher.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Relationship building

Teamwork

Patience

Description du poste

Salary: NJC Grade 2 Scale 3 £24,796 (estimated actual £18,415.55)

We are looking for a dynamic and motivatedSENDTeaching Assistantto join our supportive and collaborative team. You will assist in the delivery of engaging and innovative teaching within the classroom, on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.

Working with the teacher you will assist with the development of appropriate resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies to ensure provisions support individual learning needs.

You will have experience working with special educational needs and 1:1 experience with children with Autism and ADHD. Working closely with the child, you’ll provide academic and pastoral support, while also managing their behaviour in the classroom. You will be responsible for ensuring the child’s individualised education plan is implemented, and their progress is monitored and reported to the teacher.

This is no ordinary job, this is an opportunity to be part of something amazing, to inspire children and really make a difference. It’s not necessarily your experience that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.

You will be extremely well supported, working alongside a passionate team of teachers. This is a great role for someone who is looking to take their first steps into an exciting and rewarding career in education.

This role is on a fixed term contract ending 31/08/2027

Company: TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust)

Hours: Part-time

Location: Margate, CT9 2SP

Job type: Contract

Posting date: 9 Oct 2026

Closing date: 8 Nov 2026

We are looking for someone who is:

• * A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children
• * Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
• * Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
• * Consistent in a calm and fair approach
• * Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities
• * Passionate and dedicated in helping children reach their academic potential

We can offer you:

• * Excellent ongoing CPD, career development and vast promotion opportunities across the trust
• * Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
• * The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
• * Cycle to work scheme
• * Free eye tests
• * Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help

About Drapers Mills Primary Academy

Our staff team is committed to providing a secure, happy and calm environment in which all children are able to thrive socially, emotionally and academically. We are a friendly and engaging school with strong connections amongst our local community, to find out more visit our website here.

To discover what makes Drapers Mills so extraordinary, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01843 223989 or [e-mail]

About Kemnal Academies Trust

Kemnal Academies Trust is a group of schools with ambition for every child and pride in the communities we serve. We provide a broad and rich education that opens doors. Working together, we give every pupil the support and the skills they need to build a life of purpose, agency, and contribution.

Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership, and learning for all. Our leaders focus on pupil progress and attainment, regularly sharing knowledge, insight, and experience across our family of schools. We believe passionately in the power of collaborative working and actively promote school-to-school support because when we work together, every child benefits.

A Culture of Belonging: Equity, Inclusion & Diversity

Belonging is of utmost importance to us. We strive to create an atmosphere where everyone feels welcomed and respected, where expectations are high, and genuine support is provided. Here, colleagues are trusted to lead, contribute, and grow in alignment with our mission. At Kemnal Academies Trust, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we know diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.

Flexible Working -Kemnal Academies Trust recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career while balancing their commitments and interests outside of work. We actively promote flexible working practices and opportunities to support a positive work-life balance.

Safeguarding & Safer Recruitment -Kemnal Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all colleagues to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to statutory safer recruitment checks prior to appointment. These include, but are not limited to, an Enhanced DBS check with Children's Barred List check, online searches (in line with KCSIE guidelines), identity and right-to-work verification, reference checks, relevant qualification/prohibition checks, and overseas checks where applicable. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended), certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected' and do not need to be disclosed.

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