Teaching Assistant

Kent Teaching Solutions; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational organization in Sittingbourne is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs in a dedicated school environment. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers to adapt resources, foster positive relationships, and assist with personal care. Ideal applicants will have relevant experience and qualifications, with a commitment to making a real impact on students’ lives.

Benefits

Supportive consultant

Ongoing training

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Calm, empathetic, and patient approach.
• Willingness to train if not already qualified.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Assist with personal care and mobility when necessary.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and therapists.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Empathy

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Understanding of safeguarding

Education

CACHE/NVQ Level 2/3

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant (Primary KS1 and KS2) - Make a Difference Every Day!

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs to thrive and reach their full potential? We have a progressive and well-equipped school looking for permanent staff to join their wonderful community.

About the School:

The school is a special primary school for learners with a diagnosis of autism. Each class has a maximum of 9 pupils and staff to pupil ratio is very good. Each classroom has its own outdoor space with wonderful exterior provisions, climbing walls, exercise equipment, art areas plus sports and balancing equipment. There are also various outdoor shared playgrounds with phenomenal resources, as well as swing rooms, interactive sensory rooms, soft play rooms and dedicated holistic and sensory spaces inside.

About the Role:

We are looking for a caring, resilient and proactive individual to support students with a range of special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and learning delays. You will work closely with class teachers, the SENDCo and other professionals to ensure our pupils receive personalised, inclusive and nurturing support both in and out of the classroom.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 or small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Work as a whole classroom assistant to support the teacher.
• Adapt resources and learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Foster positive relationships to promote confidence, independence and wellbeing.
• Assist with personal care and mobility (where necessary).
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists and families.
• Contribute to EHCP reviews, behaviour plans and learning targets.

We're Looking For:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND (school-based or otherwise).
• A calm, empathetic and patient approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE/NVQ Level 2/3, or willingness to train).

We Offer:

• A supportive consultant.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• A rewarding role where no two days are the same.
• The chance to make a real, lasting impact on young lives