We are looking for an engaging and passionate Teaching Assistant to support and enthuse children with a diagnosis of autism and associated barriers to learning. This is a full-time position, term time only, from November 2026 (or with immediate effect).
Information about the school
The school is an independent specialist provision for students aged 6 to 25 who have been diagnosed with various needs, which may include ASD, dyslexia, speech, language and communication difficulties, DCD, sensory, social, emotional and other learning difficulties along with high levels of anxiety. The school is set in an historic Medway town and enjoys the outstanding community facilities and links that the towns of Chatham and Rochester have to offer.
The school provides a holistic child centred approach to education underpinned by the team of 98 Teachers, Teaching assistants, Administrators and Therapists, all working in a caring and nurturing environment, with a common belief that all students have the opportunity to make progress and experience success every day, in a safe, caring, nurturing and secure environment.
The site boasts well-resourced classrooms, small class sizes, music and drama facilities, Science labs, Therapy rooms, amazing vocational teaching areas such as hair and beauty studios, a coffee shop, catering kitchens, as well as numerous areas for children to have fun and enjoy social times. Staff are both welcoming and friendly at this independent school and there is a collaborative approach where resources and best practices are shared.
We can offer you:
A strong and supportive leadership team that is passionate about staff and student wellbeing.
An inviting, supportive, welcoming and friendly environment.
A strong Continuing Professional Development programme that includes training to support your further professional development.
Early finish every Friday.
We require you to:
Be passionate about and genuinely interested in students’ learning and development.
Be a great team player with a positive outlook.
If you are passionate about improving outcomes for students and you are looking for an exciting opportunity in a nurturing environment, supported by a strong staff team, then this could be the job for you.
The Headteacher is seeking a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to support and promote the learning of the students. The successful applicant will have a positive attitude towards young children and adults, have a sense of humour and excellent written and oral communication skills.
This role would suit those looking to develop their career either as a 121 support to students, a future therapist or teacher. We can offer you the opportunity to train through the school’s Continuing Professional Development programme and be supported by a mentor. Experience within the educational sector would be an advantage but is not a requirement, so this would be the perfect position from which to start a career in education