SEN TEACHING ASSISTANT Location: Ashford, Kent Start Date: ASAP Setting: SEN School Contract: Full-time We are currently looking for a dedicated and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Ashford, starting as soon as possible. The successful candidate will be supporting pupils across KS1 and/or KS2, helping them to access learning, develop their confidence and independence, and thrive within the school environment. The ideal candidate will have: Previous SEN experience, ideally within a school setting Relevant experience and/or qualifications in education, childcare or SEN Strong behaviour management skills Excellent communication skills A calm, patient and nurturing approach Confidence supporting pupils with a range of additional needs The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff Flexibility to work across KS1 and/or KS2 A positive and adaptable approach to supporting pupils with different needs Driving is preferred, although candidates who can reliably travel to the school by public transport will be considered Safeguarding Requirements: An enhanced DBS is required Candidates with a suitable DBS already in place are welcome to apply If you do not currently have a DBS, you must be willing to apply for a new enhanced DBS References and safeguarding checks will be completed as part of the recruitment process If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time opportunity in a specialist school and are passionate about supporting children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you! PLEASE SEND UPDATED CVS TO YASMINE PITMAN AT ACADEMICS ROCHESTER IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN NEW ROLES Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy