SEN Teaching Assistant – Maidstone

Location: Maidstone Kent
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Sector: Special Educational Needs / Primary Education
Contract Type: Full-Time Long-Term (Term Time Only)
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive dependent on experience

About the School

A caring and inclusive primary school in Maidstone is seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs. The school has a strong reputation for inclusive practice and works closely with families external professionals and specialist services to ensure every child receives the support they need to succeed.

The schools SEN provision is well-established and led by an experienced SENCo who is highly supportive of staff. Inclusion is embedded across the school and SEN Teaching Assistants are valued members of the team who play a vital role in pupils academic emotional and social development.

Pupils supported within the school have a range of needs including autism ADHD speech and language difficulties learning difficulties and social emotional and mental health needs. The school promotes a calm structured and nurturing environment where children feel safe understood and supported.

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant you will work closely with individual pupils and small groups to provide tailored support throughout the school day. You may be supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis or working across the classroom to support inclusive learning.

This role requires patience empathy and a strong understanding of how additional needs can impact learning and behaviour. You will help pupils access the curriculum develop independence and build confidence while working under the guidance of the class teacher and SENCo.

The role is ideal for someone with a genuine passion for SEN and inclusion whether you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or someone looking to build a career within education psychology or therapeutic services.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities as an SEN Teaching Assistant will include:

Providing one-to-one or small group support for pupils with SEN
Supporting learning across the curriculum
Assisting pupils with communication emotional regulation and social interaction
Implementing strategies from EHCPs and support plans
Supporting positive behaviour and self-regulation
Encouraging independence and confidence
Assisting with personal care where required
Supporting pupils during transitions and unstructured times
Observing and recording progress
Working closely with teachers SENCo and external professionals
Creating a calm safe and inclusive environment
Supporting safeguarding health and safety procedures

The Ideal Candidate

The school is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant who demonstrates:

Experience working with children with SEN (school or alternative settings)
A calm patient and empathetic approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
The ability to follow guidance and adapt strategies
A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children

Desirable but not essential:

SEN-related qualifications or training
Experience with autism ADHD or SEMH
Experience working with EHCPs

Training Support & Development

The school provides:

SEN-specific training and CPD
Ongoing support from an experienced SENCo
Safeguarding and behaviour training
Opportunities to progress into SEN or specialist roles

Safeguarding Commitment

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks satisfactory references and safeguarding training.

Why Apply

Make a real difference to childrens lives
Supportive inclusive school environment
Long-term stable role
Excellent SEN training and development
Opportunity to build a career in SEN or education