SEND Teaching Assistant

Pay Competitive salary

Ref KMSEN

Posted Thursday 2nd Oct 2025

Start Date Saturday 1st Nov 2025

Close Date Sunday 30th Nov 2025

Job Description

Are you an experienced SEND professional with a passion for supporting non-speaking autistic children and those with complex needs? Do you thrive in environments where proactive engagement, emotional regulation, and therapeutic support are key to unlocking a child’s potential? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

Location: Paddock Wood, Kent
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Temporary (with potential for long-term placement)
Hours: Full-time and part-time positions available
Pay: Competitive daily rates (based on experience and role)

About the Role

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants with strong SEND experience to join our team supporting primary-aged children.

You’ll work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to deliver tailored learning experiences and interventions that meet each child’s unique needs. Your ability to take direction, engage proactively, and support emotional regulation and behaviour will be vital in helping our pupils thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for non-speaking autistic children
• Assist in the delivery of structured learning and therapy sessions
• Support children with emotional regulation and behaviour management
• Collaborate with teachers and therapists to implement individualised plans
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment
• Observe and report on pupil progress and wellbeing

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience working with children with complex SEND needs
• Specific experience supporting non-speaking autistic pupils
• A calm, patient, and proactive approach to engagement
• Ability to follow direction and work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
• Strong understanding of emotional regulation strategies and therapeutic approaches
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a passionate and supportive SEND-focused team in a mainstream primary school
• Access ongoing professional development and training
• Opportunities for long-term placements and career progression
• Work in schools that value your expertise and dedication

Send your CV to [email protected] or call 01622 804025 to speak with one of our consultants.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults. All candidates will be subject to relevant qualifications, satisfactory references, enhanced DBS, and other necessary checks.