SEND Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive is working closely with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Medway to recruit a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support a Year 2 pupil with additional needs.

This rewarding SEND Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone who is passionate about making a real difference in a child’s learning and development. As an SEND Teaching Assistant you will work closely with the class teacher and SEN team to provide tailored support, helping the pupil to access the curriculum and thrive both academically and socially.

This SEND Teaching Assistant role starts in January 2026 initially running until the February half term but could well run longer.

SEND Teaching Assistant Role :

1 : 1 and small-group support for a Year 2 pupil with SEND

Supporting learning, behaviour, and emotional regulation

Helping to implement individual support strategies and learning plans

Creating a positive, nurturing, and structured learning environment

The Ideal SEND Teaching Assistant :

Has experience supporting children with SEND (school-based or similar)

Is patient, proactive, and caring

Can build positive relationships with pupils and staff

Is reliable and committed for the duration of the placement

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services