Teaching Assistant (SEND) – Erith

Pathway Education; Erith; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clear temp-to-perm pathway

Tailored training

Career progression

Job summary

Pathway Education in Erith is seeking a patient, nurturing individual to join a welcoming SEND school supporting pupils with ASD and PMLD. You will help students achieve academically, socially, and emotionally in small, well-resourced classes.

Hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 3:45pm, with a clear temp-to-perm pathway and opportunities for tailored training and career progression. A DBS check is required or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEND or young people (backgrounds in Education, Care, Sports, Social Work, Psychology, or Drama are welcome).
• Enhanced DBS check required or willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with autism (ASD) and PMLD to achieve academically, socially and emotionally.
• Assist in small, well-resourced classes under supervision.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to implement personalised learning plans.

Skills

Patience

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

Join a welcoming SEND school in Erith, supporting pupils with Autism (ASD) and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD). You will play a key role in helping students achieve academically, socially, and emotionally within small, well-resourced classes.

Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00am–3:45pm

What We’re Looking For

• Patient, confident, and nurturing individuals
• Experience working with SEND or young people (backgrounds in Education, Care, Sports, Social Work, Psychology, or Drama are welcome)
• A positive team player with strong communication skills and a sense of humour

What We Offer

• Rewarding, fast-paced, and varied days
• A clear temp-to-perm pathway
• Supportive leadership, tailored training, and genuine career progression

Safeguarding Children

Pathway Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS.