Inspiring Teaching Assistant - Term-Time (Special Needs)

Woodlands; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A large special school in Maidstone is seeking adaptable Teaching Assistants to support pupils with severe, profound, or complex needs, aged 2-19. This role offers a chance for career development, with possibilities to progress to Senior TA or Teacher. Additional staff benefits include counselling services, well-being initiatives, and opportunities for professional growth. Successful candidates will have a passion for special needs or prior experience in a child-based environment. A commitment to safeguarding is essential.

Benefits

Confidential staff counselling service

Wellbeing app and platform

Range of staff social and well-being events

Annual flu vaccinations

Qualifications

• Experience or passion for working with special needs children.
• Commitment to safeguarding children.
• Ability to work in a team and take responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with severe, profound, or complex needs.
• Work across different classes as required.
• Participate in inclusive activities and events.

Skills

Team working

Adaptability

Passion for special needs

Education

Degree or working towards a degree

Job description

A large special school in Maidstone is seeking adaptable Teaching Assistants to support pupils with severe, profound, or complex needs, aged 2-19. This role offers a chance for career development, with possibilities to progress to Senior TA or Teacher. Additional staff benefits include counselling services, well-being initiatives, and opportunities for professional growth. Successful candidates will have a passion for special needs or prior experience in a child-based environment. A commitment to safeguarding is essential.