SEND Teaching Assistant – Primary, 1-Year Contract, Impact & Growth

Swale Academies Trust; Ashford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Salary Sacrifice AVC (Additional Vol.

Employee Referral Recruitment Incentiv

Access to training and development

On-site Parking

Discounts with local and nationalretai

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Beaver Green Primary School in Ashford is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to join our team on a fixed-term 1 year contract. The role is 36 hours per week, term time only, with interviews scheduled for 13th November 2026.

You will support classroom activities, assist with EHCP and personalised plans under the SENCO and class teacher, provide 1-1 or small group support for pupils with SEND, and help children with SEMH needs and communication challenges.

Qualifications

• Experience as a teaching assistant is welcome; candidates may be experienced or non-experienced.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom activities to ensure full engagement and full participation for all pupils
• Assist in implementing EHCP and personalised plans under the direction of the SENCO and class teacher
• Provide 1-1 or small group support to children with SEND needs
• Support children with SEMH needs
• Support Communication and Interaction for children with limited language.
• Promote a positive and safe learning environment
• Monitor student progress and report back to the class teacher and SENCO
• Communicate effectively with staff members and parents regarding student progress
• Value all pupils as individuals and put them at the heart of everything you do.
• Make learning fun and challenging.
• Be able to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Work in partnership with all stakeholders to ensure the best possible outcomes for pupils.

Job description

Beaver Green Primary School in Ashford is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to join our team on a fixed-term 1 year contract. The role is 36 hours per week, term time only, with interviews scheduled for 13th November 2026.

You will support classroom activities, assist with EHCP and personalised plans under the SENCO and class teacher, provide 1-1 or small group support for pupils with SEND, and help children with SEMH needs and communication challenges.