At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with SEMH needs, helping them thrive and enjoy learning.
- Company: Medway Green School, a nurturing environment for students with special educational needs.
- Benefits: Life assurance, pension scheme, mental health support, and flexible benefits.
- Other info: Join a supportive community focused on personal and academic growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Passion for helping children, teamwork skills, and a full UK driving licence.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils to achieve their potential and enjoy learning. This is more than a support role — it’s your chance to make a real, lasting difference in the lives of young people with SEMH or additional needs.
Responsibilities
- Support pupils individually and in groups, developing literacy, numeracy, communication, and social skills
- Assist in planning and delivering engaging lessons and activities
- Implement positive behaviour strategies and maintain a calm, encouraging classroom environment
- Prepare classroom resources and support trips and enrichment activities
- Maintain accurate records of pupil progress and behaviour
- Work closely with teachers, therapy staff, and pastoral teams
- Supervise pupils during breaks and lunchtimes
About You
- Passionate about helping children and young people thrive
- Able to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Patient, resilient, and proactive
- Experienced in an educational or residential setting (desirable but not essential)
- Willing to learn and develop within the role
- Flexible and confident to support offsite activities
- A full UK driving licence is essential
About Us
Medway Green School is a specialist school in Wouldham, Kent, supporting students with SEMH needs and autism whose mainstream placements have broken down. The school provides a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment with small classes and personalised support tailored to each pupil’s needs. Our creative curriculum combines academic, vocational, and wellbeing-focused learning, helping students build confidence, independence, resilience, and social skills. Pupils benefit from a therapeutic approach that supports emotional and personal development alongside education. Working closely with families, we foster strong relationships and a sense of community. Medway Green empowers every student to thrive, achieve their potential, and prepare for life beyond school.
Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.
Benefits
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
- “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
- Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
- Hundreds of UK and international discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover
- Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
Note: We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. This description does not replace the safeguarding checks and compliance requirements that may affect timescales.
Teaching Assistant - Maternity Cover employer: Medway Green School
Meoncross School is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing and development of both its students and staff. With a strong commitment to individual attention and a holistic approach to education, employees benefit from a supportive work culture, opportunities for professional growth, and a range of perks including lunch during term time and school fee discounts. Located in a nurturing environment, this role as a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with Special Educational Needs while being part of a dedicated team.
