SEN Teaching Assistant - Fixed Term - Special Needs Position

Smarden Primary School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-2288-107S
• Posted:04/06/2026
• Pay:KR04 FTE £24,520 (Estimated Actuals £17,891)
• Start Date:01.09.2026
• App Close Date:24/06/2026 at 12:00
• Interviews:01.07.2026

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(Y)Our Opportunity

We are looking for a dedicated and inclusive SEN Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and collaborative team.  

This is a Fixed term term contract until 16th October 2026

1:1 SEN Teaching Asssitant 

KR04 FTE £24,520 (Estimated Actuals £17,891)

32.5hrs per week

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Do you have a patient, compassionate nature and a genuine interest in supporting their learning and development?

You will assist in the delivery of engaging and innovative teaching within the classroom, on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.  Working with the teacher you will assist with the development of appropriate resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies to ensure provisions support individual learning needs.  

This is no ordinary job, this is an opportunity to be part of something amazing, to inspire children and really make a difference.  It’s not necessarily your experience that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. 

You will be extremely well supported, working alongside a passionate team of teachers.  This is a great role for someone who is looking to take their first steps into an exciting and rewarding career in education.

We are looking for someone who is:

• A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children

• Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting

• Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team

• Consistent in a calm and fair approach

• Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities

• Passionate and dedicated in helping children reach their academic potential

Investing in our employees wellbeing and career development is a priority for us, we can offer you:

• Excellent ongoing CPD, career development and vast promotion opportunities across the trust

• Coaching and mentoring from the academy’s experienced leadership team

• A comprehensive induction programme

• Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life

balance

• The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change

• Access to trust resources and materials to help plan and deliver great lessons

• Cycle to work scheme 

• Free eye tests              

• Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help

Information about the school

About Smarden Primary School

Smarden Primary School currently has 174 students from age 2-11 years. Smarden prides itself on high expectations for all in every aspect of school life, on achievement and excellence built on strong foundations of wellbeing. We are proud of our caring and nurturing family atmosphere, which is seen as integral to school life and where pupils feel safe; Staff know each individual child and build strong relationships with every family, so that children are fully included and well-supported both academically and pastorally, to find out more visit our website here.

To discover what makes Smarden so incredible, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01233770316 or email office@smarden-tkat.org

About TKAT

The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.

We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.

Safeguarding

TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

Flexible working

TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.

Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging

At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.

Access to interview

Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Speight
• Address:Pluckley Road, Smarden, Ashford, Kent, TN27 8ND
• Telephone: 01233 770316
• Email: office@smarden-tkat.org

Fax: 01233 770316