Teaching Assistant (SEND)

Ebbsfleet Green Primary School; Swanscombe; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Wellbeing programme

Cycle to Work

Blue Light Card

Eye care vouchers

Employee discounts

Enhanced maternity

Job summary

Ebbsfleet Green Primary School is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND, including ASD, in a calm and inclusive classroom environment.

You will provide tailored 1:1 or small group support, assist with personal care when required, deliver creative lessons, and encourage independence and a love of learning.

The role offers a supportive team, opportunities for professional development, safeguarding obligations, and benefits as part of the Maritime Academy Trust.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND and ASD.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Proactive, flexible and a good team player.
• Committed to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 or small group support to help pupils access learning.
• Assist with personal care needs when required, upholding dignity and respect.
• Help deliver creative, inclusive lessons and interventions.
• Encourage independence, build confidence and a love of learning.
• Contribute to a calm, nurturing school atmosphere.

Skills

SEND experience

ASD support

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

Team player

Education

NVQ Level 2

Job description

Join Ebbsfleet Green Primary School as a Teaching Assistant (SEND) Make a real difference—every day, every child, every moment

Hours: 35 hours per week; Mon - Friday 8:30 - 4:30 Contract: Permanent Time Time Only: 39 weeks per year Start Date: ASAP Actual Salary: Grade D2 4-11 £21,074.70 - £23,970.84 Actual Salary

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs (SEND) to reach their full potential?
Whether you’re an experienced SEND practitioner or looking to grow your skills in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re seeking enthusiastic, patient, and committed Teaching Assistants to join our team at Ebbsfleet Green Primary School. You’ll work closely with class teachers and support staff to help create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for pupils with a range of needs.

About The Role

As a Teaching Assistant at Ebbsfleet Green Primary School you’ll play a vital role in supporting the academic, emotional, and social development of pupils including those with SEND. Every day brings variety and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference. In this role, you will:

• Provide tailored 1:1 or small group support to help pupils access learning

• Assist with personal care needs when required, always ensuring dignity and respect

• Help deliver creative, inclusive lessons and interventions

• Encourage independence, build confidence, and foster a love of learning

• Contribute to a calm, nurturing, and positive school atmosphere

Who You Are

We are looking to appoint someone who is:

• Passionate about making a difference to children with SEND

• Experienced in supporting pupils with ASD, speech and language needs, SEMH, or other additional needs

• Ideally qualified to at least NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent), with strong literacy and numeracy skills

• Proactive, flexible, and able to work well as part of a team

• Calm, empathetic, and resilient under pressure

• Committed to continuous professional development

What We Offer

Ebbsfleet Green Primary School is a growing and inclusive school community where support staff play an essential role. As part of the Maritime Academy Trust, we invest in our team and support every member to thrive.

Here’s what we offer:

• A school rooted in its community, where staff, children and families work closely together

• Tailored professional development, with bespoke CPD and active professional learning communities

• Experience working in our Specialist Resource Provision, supporting children SEND and building SEND expertise

• A positive, collaborative culture, where support staff are valued and empowered

• Local Government Pension Scheme and national terms and conditions

  A comprehensive wellbeing offer, including our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and Occupational Health support

  Lifestyle and financial wellbeing benefits, including Cycle to Work, Blue Light Card, eye care vouchers and access to employee discounts

• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity and paternity provision

Ready to Make a Difference?

Ebbsfleet Green and the Maritime Academy Trust embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with safeguarding guidance.