At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with SEND in a nurturing and engaging learning environment.
- Company: Join the inclusive community at Ebbsfleet Green Primary School.
- Benefits: Tailored professional development, local government pension, and mental health support.
- Other info: Collaborative culture where support staff are valued and empowered.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND and strong literacy/numeracy skills preferred.
The predicted salary is between 22545 - 27555 £ per year.
Join Ebbsfleet Green Primary School as a Teaching Assistant (SEND). Whether you’re an experienced SEND practitioner or looking to grow your skills in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you. We’re seeking enthusiastic, patient, and committed Teaching Assistants to join our team at Ebbsfleet Green Primary School. You’ll work closely with class teachers and support staff to help create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for pupils with a range of needs.
About The Role
- Provide tailored 1:1 or small group support to help pupils access learning.
- Assist with personal care needs when required, always ensuring dignity and respect.
- Help deliver creative, inclusive lessons and interventions.
- Encourage independence, build confidence, and foster a love of learning.
- Contribute to a calm, nurturing, and positive school atmosphere.
Who You Are
- Passionate about making a difference to children with SEND.
- Experienced in supporting pupils with ASD, speech and language needs, SEMH, or other additional needs.
- Ideally qualified to at least NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent), with strong literacy and numeracy skills.
- Proactive, flexible, and able to work well as part of a team.
- Calm, empathetic, and resilient under pressure.
- Committed to continuous professional development.
What We Offer
- 1:1 pupil devices and strong digital infrastructure to enhance teaching and learning.
- A school rooted in its community, where staff, children and families work closely together.
- Tailored professional development, with bespoke CPD and active professional learning communities.
- Experience working in our Specialist Resource Provision, and building SEND expertise.
- A positive, collaborative culture, where support staff are valued and empowered.
- Local Government Pension scheme & National terms & conditions.
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme including Mental Health First aiders.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Ebbsfleet Green and the Maritime Academy Trust embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with safeguarding guidance.
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Fairford Academy Barnehurst is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its staff, offering a supportive work culture where collaboration with teachers and external professionals is encouraged. As part of the Illuminate Minds Trust, employees benefit from a strong network of partnership working, ensuring that you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with Speech, Language and Communication Needs while enjoying a fulfilling career in education.
