SEN Teaching Assistant - Nurture Provision - Sittingbourne, Kent

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Nurture ProvisionSittingbourneStart: June 2026 | Until Easter 2027Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pmFull-time | Term Time Only

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in Sittingbourne, supporting a small group of children within a specialist nurture provision.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about helping children with additional needs thrive in a structured, supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support a small group of pupils with special educational needs (SEN)
• Work closely with the class teacher and SEN team
• Deliver activities using pre-prepared planning
• Help create a calm, consistent, and nurturing learning environment
• Support pupils’ emotional, social, and academic development

Requirements:

• Proven experience working with children with SEN
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• Reliable and able to commit to the full duration of the role
• Must work term time only (no holidays during term time)
• Minimal pre-booked appointments to ensure consistency for pupils

What We Offer:

• Supportive and welcoming school environment
• Clear structure with planning provided
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference over a longer-term placement

If you are committed, compassionate, and experienced in supporting SEN pupils, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Sittingbourne

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£97.00 Per Hour

Published at

08-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English