Teaching Assistant - Maidstone

Company Description They take pride in their reputation as a modern and progressive employer. With a team of 1,300 colleagues and 300 volunteers, they work across the entire social welfare cycle, supporting over 60,000 individuals at every stage of life, from cradle to career. Their efforts span education, social justice and rehabilitation, children’s social care, family support, social action, and initiatives to help people secure employment. Their college helps young people develop the skills they need to progress into apprenticeship training, employment, or further education. For more information about their college and other programs, please visit their website. Job Description They are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team in Maidstone. As a Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include: Supporting individuals and groups of students, ensuring they stay on task and complete activities assigned by the teacher. Addressing behavioral and special needs issues alongside the teacher. Delivering interventions for students with special educational needs (SEN). Assisting with the implementation of lesson plans, objectives, and content in collaboration with the teacher. Providing feedback to students independently of the teacher. Leading small groups of students in specific activities. Taking responsibility for a whole class in the teacher’s absence. Supporting challenging students outside the classroom as a respite strategy. Supervising students during breaks and lunchtimes. Collaborating with the teacher to communicate with parents about student progress. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date learner files and records. To view the full job description, please click here. Qualifications Essential: At least a Level 2 Qualification in English and Maths. Knowledge of statutory requirements in health and safety, SEN, and safeguarding children. Ability to work independently under teacher guidance, with groups or individual students. Experience working with challenging students, understanding their needs, and employing effective behavior management strategies when necessary. Experience assisting teachers in planning and delivering teaching activities, including those outlined in Individual Education Plans. Experience teaching children with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs), Special Education Needs (SEN), language difficulties, or other complex needs. Determination to improve student achievement levels. Ability to handle emotionally demanding situations. Desirable: Level 3 Coaching Qualification. Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant in an alternative provision environment. Understanding of curriculum requirements, particularly in literacy and numeracy. Successful experience working with disaffected and emotionally vulnerable students. Additional Information Hours: 37 hours per week, term time only (41 weeks). Contract: Permanent. They are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff, volunteers, and third parties are expected to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices will be followed, and pre-employment background checks will be conducted before any appointment is finalized. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check